Amid electricity and fuel shortages, HE Seyi Makinde argues that Nigeria needs restructuring, true federalism and greater political participation, urging citizens to join political parties, build structures from ward level and mobilise millions of Nigerians who do not vote.
Drawing lessons from George Washington’s political strategy and diplomacy, HE Seyi Makinde argues that winning difficult political contests requires long-term preparation, telling those serious about changing Nigeria to begin organising well ahead of 2027.
Using the low turnout in the 2021 Anambra governorship election, HE Seyi Makinde identifies voter apathy as politicians’ biggest electoral competitor and argues that innovative politics must educate and persuade disengaged Nigerians to participate in elections.
Following the PDP National Convention, HE Seyi Makinde introduces “Operation Rescue Nigeria”, arguing for innovative approaches to poverty and development, investment in human capital and infrastructure, and greater political participation ahead of the 2023 elections.
Marking a year since his mother’s death and reflecting on lives lost during the EndSARS protests, HE Seyi Makinde defends the right to peaceful protest and argues that democracy requires leaders who can tolerate disagreement while protecting citizens from injustice.
As Oyo State approaches the higher-risk “ember” months, HE Seyi Makinde makes the case for state police, examining structural weaknesses in Nigeria’s federal policing system while reminding residents about Oyo State’s 615 emergency line.
Drawing from Moisés Naím’s The End of Power, HE Seyi Makinde reflects on the changing dynamics of political power and his own emergence as governor, arguing that citizens have more power than they realise and can exercise it through their votes.
Drawing on the spirit of sacrifice and giving at Eid al-Adha, HE Seyi Makinde urges Nigerians to participate in INEC’s voter registration, arguing that conversations about Nigeria’s direction in 2023 will count for little without registering and voting.
HE Seyi Makinde asks Nigerians to imagine an alternative future for the country, arguing that rewriting Nigeria’s history requires true federalism, restructuring, greater state control of resources and security, electoral reform and citizens willing to participate in creating a different national trajectory.
Looking ahead to future elections, HE Seyi Makinde asks Nigerians to interrogate the motives, character and track records of those seeking office rather than allowing poverty, patronage or political rhetoric to determine who leads them.
