Makinde campaign claims victory in 12 states ahead of 2027 presidential election

Campaign announcement On 17 October 2026, the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and its Makinde‑Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) released a statement declaring that their candidate, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, will win in 12 battleground states in the upcoming 2027 presidential election.

States named The 12 states identified by the MDPCO are Oyo, Kaduna, Rivers, Plateau, Borno, Enugu, Bauchi, Sokoto, Delta, Kano, Adamawa and Lagos. A separate APM statement added the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja) to the list, indicating a slight difference between the two sources.

Rationale behind the claim Both statements link the projected defeat to economic difficulties that Nigerians are experiencing under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The campaign bodies accuse Tinubu’s inner circle of fostering public resentment through what they describe as political arrogance, and argue that the president’s policies have led to wasteful spending of trillions of naira.

Tinubu’s planned visits The MDPCO notes that President Tinubu intends to visit the 12 states personally before the January 2027 election. The campaign organisation interprets these visits as evidence that Tinubu’s camp is concerned about Makinde’s growing support, especially in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.

Challenge to the president Rather than holding rallies, the MDPCO has invited President Tinubu to drive through the 12 states on federal highways. The campaign body claims that such a tour would allow the president to observe road conditions, infrastructure and the everyday circumstances of ordinary Nigerians, providing him with a clearer picture of public sentiment.

Alternative agenda The MDPCO promotes Makinde’s RESET NIGERIA programme as a practical alternative to Tinubu’s Renewed Hope initiative. It argues that the former’s agenda better addresses the economic hardships cited by voters.

Public sentiment Both statements assert that Tinubu’s visits will not alter the determination of voters who are increasingly inclined to reject his re‑election. The campaign bodies maintain that the public mood is deeply rooted in dissatisfaction with the current administration’s performance.

Conclusion In summary, the APM and MDPCO have set a clear target for the 2027 election, positioning Seyi Makinde as the preferred candidate in 12 key states. The campaign’s messaging focuses on economic grievances, perceived arrogance within Tinubu’s circle, and a promise of a different national agenda.