A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Femi Babalola, popularly known as Jogor, has declared Governor Seyi Makinde the most suitable presidential candidate for the party in the 2027 general elections.
All Facts Newspaper reports that Babalola made the declaration while speaking with journalists on Tuesday, stressing that Makinde’s performance across sectors in Oyo State positioned him as a credible and competent leader to “right the noticeable wrongs” in Nigeria.
The PDP stalwart criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing it of deceiving Nigerians with unfulfilled promises.
Babalola said, “The APC is known for failed and empty promises, a testament to the prevailing hunger in all the states of the federation.”
According to him, Nigeria needed a leader with fresh ideas and innovative solutions to tackle the nation’s challenges.
He stated, “Makinde, of all the aspiring candidates for the number one position in the country, has all it takes to lead the country.”
Babalola argued that by 2027, Makinde would be strategically positioned, having completed two terms as governor.
The PDP chieftain further stated, “Governor Makinde has performed creditably well. Though there may be some deficiencies, nobody in the world can score 100 percent in governance. I think he has done well compared to past governors.”
He maintained that Makinde’s eight years of executive experience would give him an advantage over many other potential contenders.
When asked about his own political ambitions, Babalola said he might be forced to contest the governorship seat depending on the calibre of candidates who emerge.
“I’m watching the candidates that are coming out to show interest in contesting for governor in Oyo State. If I’m not satisfied, as a person, with the calibre of the candidates, I might be forced to contest in 2027,” he said.
He noted that Oyo deserved a governor with deep knowledge of the state after Makinde’s tenure.
He said, “I will not support candidates who are merely taking advantage of the system. I would rather support candidates who are beneficial and fair to the party. There are members of the party who have suffered with the party.”
Babalola also reflected on the PDP’s dominance in Oyo State politics.
“Oyo State has been a PDP state right from 2003. There has never been a time where the state was ruled by another party without the connivance of PDP members,” he noted.
Reacting to the PDP’s recent decision to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, Babalola welcomed the move.
Babalola added, “If the party feels that the game is to present a southern candidate, it’s good for us. I’m in full support of it. Let it be South versus South.”
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