Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed confidence in his presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 general election, declaring that his political journey has never depended on influential godfathers but on God.
Makinde made the remarks on Sunday, November 8, 2026, during a church service organised by the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Jos, Plateau State. He recalled how people questioned his chances of becoming governor in 2019 because he lacked the backing of powerful political figures.
According to him, when he announced his governorship ambition in 2018, he was asked who his political godfather was. He said his response was that God was his backing, adding that his eventual victory in the election strengthened his belief in his faith.
The governor, who is pursuing the presidency under the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), also presented his Reset Nigeria agenda, which focuses on security, economic recovery, education and reforms to the country’s socio-political system. He called on Nigerians to participate actively in the electoral process and hold political leaders accountable for their promises.
Makinde expressed hope that Nigeria would experience better leadership in 2027, while COCIN President, Rev. Dr. Amos Musa Mohzo, urged him to prioritise insecurity and the country’s economic challenges. His declaration adds another dimension to the growing political conversations ahead of the next presidential election.
