Newsletter 146: A Peek into the Reset Agenda
In his newsletter 146, HE Seyi Makinde shares a peek into the Reset Agenda with its four pillars: Education, Economy, Security and Socio-Political Development
September 17, 2026
In his newsletter 146, HE Seyi Makinde shares a peek into the Reset Agenda with its four pillars: Education, Economy, Security and Socio-Political Development
HE Seyi Makinde defines Reset Nigeria as a national movement to rebuild systems and institutions that repeatedly produce poor outcomes, using petroleum pricing to illustrate his approach: interrogate the underlying system rather than accept the conventional policy choices presented as the only alternatives.
As official campaigning for the 2027 presidential election begins, HE Seyi Makinde introduces Reset Nigeria as his central campaign proposition, promising stakeholder engagement across all six geopolitical zones and a manifesto that explains proposed interventions, funding, implementation and measurable outcomes rather than relying on slogans and promises.
HE Seyi Makinde links Omituntun 3.0 to continuity in tourism, agribusiness and infrastructure, while arguing nationally that democracy requires a strong, independent opposition and stating that efforts to reclaim the PDP are intended to resist a drift towards one-party rule.
As Oyo State approaches political transition, HE Seyi Makinde says he is consulting on his preferred successor while awaiting a Supreme Court decision affecting the PDP, alongside a temporary ₦10,000 monthly fuel allowance for civil servants in response to rising living costs.
Amid disputes within opposition parties and concerns about INEC and judicial decisions, HE Seyi Makinde warns against Nigeria drifting towards a one-party system, arguing that competitive opposition and citizens’ confidence that their political voices matter are necessary to sustain democracy.
Drawing from Ben Gazur’s A Short History of the World in 50 Tyrants, HE Seyi Makinde warns against concentrated political power, arguing for strong democratic institutions, a vibrant opposition and protection of dissent amid concerns about Nigeria drifting towards a one-party state.
Following the commissioning of 540 market stalls in Ibadan North, HE Seyi Makinde explains why government should provide viable alternatives before enforcing restrictions on street trading, while acknowledging and apologising for his own role in circumstances contributing to the PDP’s internal crisis.
Drawing from Joan Didion’s The Year of Magical Thinking, HE Seyi Makinde describes Nigeria as grieving lives, displaced communities, weakened institutions and unrealised expectations, arguing that national recovery requires acknowledging loss while choosing deliberately to rebuild.
Closing 2025, HE Seyi Makinde reflects on a demanding year of economic, social and political pressures, reviewing progress in institutional strengthening and development while looking towards the final phase of his administration and the choices that will shape Oyo State beyond his tenure.
