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2027: ‘God is my only political godfather’ – APM candidate, Seyi Makinde
The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Engr. Seyi Makinde, has declared that he has no political godfather other than God, expressing confidence that divine support and the backing of Nigerians would lead him to victory in the 2027 presidential election.
Makinde made the declaration on Sunday during a church service organised by the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Jos, Plateau State.
He said Nigeria urgently needed a change in its governance approach to address years of poor leadership, economic hardship and social challenges, particularly those experienced over the last three and a half years.
The APM presidential candidate explained that his desire to change the country’s direction informed the development of his RESET NIGERIA manifesto, which he presented to the church leadership.
He described the manifesto as a blueprint designed to make life easier for Nigerians and address the country’s pressing challenges.
Makinde recalled how he defied the absence of political godfathers to become governor of Oyo State in 2019, expressing confidence that his presidential ambition would also be sustained by faith and popular support.
“When I said in Oyo State in 2018 that I would like to be governor, somebody asked me, ‘Governor of which Rotary District?’ I said governor of Oyo State, and they asked, ‘with no godfather; nobody in politics who can stand in for you?’ I responded by saying, well, I have God the Father. And I became the governor of Oyo State.
“This time around, we also have God the Father and that God will be merciful unto Nigeria and He will show us mercy in this country,” he said.
The APM candidate said his administration in Oyo State was guided by planning, transparency and accountability, noting that he developed successive development roadmaps covering his first and second terms, from 2019 to 2027.
He said the documents provided clear direction for his administration and helped ensured that promises made to the people were translated into concrete actions.
Makinde said he had adopted a similar approach in preparing for the presidency, with the RESET NIGERIA agenda built around four pillars: security, the economy, education and the socio-political space.
Presenting the manifesto, he challenged Nigerians to hold him accountable for the commitments contained in the document.
“I want Nigerians to be able to hold me accountable, not just through promises but through documented commitments. Everything is written down in black and white, and I am prepared to be held accountable for everything contained in this document,” he said.
He also urged Nigerians, particularly Christians, to participate actively in politics and prepare to exercise their democratic rights in the 2027 general election.
“Please, get ready and participate. History is about to happen again,” he urged.
Responding, COCIN President, Rev. Dr. Amos Musa Mohzo, drew Makinde’s attention to the country’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship, highlighting the challenges confronting Nigerians.
While praying for the APM candidate, Mohzo encouraged him to continue his political journey, expressing confidence that God’s will would prevail in his destiny.
Makinde is in Jos ahead of the APM presidential campaign rally scheduled for Monday at Rayfield Park.
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