2027 Election: Top Southwest Politician Mentions Who In the PDP Camp is Capable of Sacking Tinubu

• Ex-lawmaker Abiodun Awoleye says Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has the capacity to lead PDP to reclaim power from President Tinubu in 2027
• He praised Makinde’s governance record, grassroots mobilization, peace model, and prompt salary and pension payments as examples for national recovery
• Party leaders at Awoleye’s birthday backed his endorsement of Makinde, urging PDP unity and expressing optimism for the 2027 elections

A veteran politician and former legislator, and PDP leader, Hon. Abiodun Awoleye has stated that Oyo state Governor Seyi Makinde possesses political potency to propel the opposition party into power once more against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

Speaking with journalists at his Bashorun home in Ibadan on Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, Awoleye described Makinde as “humble politician, reliable grassroot mobiliser, and administrator of high capacity.”.

“Governor Makinde has shown rare political will and administrative strength. I strongly believe he has what it takes to reposition our great party and ensure we take back power at the national level,” Awoleye stated.

Makinde’s leadership in Oyo cited as model

The PDP chieftain praised Makinde’s success in uniting the Oyo State chapter of the PDP and building an inclusive government, noting that it was a pointer to his ability to restructure the party nationally.

He also recalled Makinde’s assurance during the PDP State Congress in Ibadan that “the era of violent, parallel congresses was over”, stressing that the governor’s peace model would be extended nationwide.

Makinde: Track record of governance commended

Awoleye lauded Makinde’s governance, particularly his record of paying salaries, pensions, and gratuities without delay despite economic challenges.

“Even the late Alaafin of Oyo once remarked that he was amazed at how Governor Makinde managed governance seamlessly without owing workers a single month,” he recalled.

He added that prompt salary and pension payments under Makinde had provided socio-economic stability in Oyo State and should be studied as a model for national recovery.

PDP members urged to remain united

At Awoleye’s birthday celebration, several speakers endorsed his faith in Makinde’s leadership capacity. Ibadan North PDP Chairman, Ademiyiwa Mustapha, praised Awoleye’s political pedigree and urged members to remain united for the party’s success.

Party elder Pastor Gbenro described the event as a “tripartite celebration”, coinciding with Nigeria’s Independence anniversary.

He also recalled Awoleye’s past role in strengthening the PDP in Ogun State, calling it “a pride for Ibadan North.”

Other party leaders and youths hailed Awoleye as “humble, accessible, and a dependable grassroots mobiliser”, stressing that his endorsement of Makinde reflected the optimism of many PDP faithful ahead of 2027.

Kutung says he remains with PDP

Previously, Legit.g reported that Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, has dismissed rumours that he has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Senator reiterated his loyalty to the PDP, noting that he was elected on its platform and remains committed to fulfilling the trust placed in him by the people of Kaduna South Senatorial District.

Source: Legit.ng