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68 days to 16 January 2027
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, an APM presidential candidate, said the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in NLNG dividends per state until after the 2027 election. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga called the claim false, saying NLNG has never paid such an amount in dividends in a single payout.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has reaffirmed his claim that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in NLNG dividends per state, after presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga called the allegation false. Makinde's media adviser said a consultant's reconciliation found a ₦9 trillion shortfall in dividends owed to states and local governments, which the Federal Government reportedly accepted.
Action Alliance governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Olaniyi Ajekiigbe, has denied claims that he withdrew from the 2027 race. The denial comes amid an ongoing legal dispute over the party's primary.
The City Boy Movement said it has perfected plans to mobilise voters across Oyo State for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in the 2027 polls.
Former Senate Leader Teslim Folarin said he has ended his disagreement with Sharafadeen Alli and now backs Alli's APC governorship candidacy in Oyo State.
The Oyo State APC said it is confident of winning the 2027 elections following reconciliation efforts, including with Teslim Folarin.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde, running as APM's 2027 presidential candidate, has promised tax breaks. He also reaffirmed his claim that ₦250bn in NLNG funds remains unremitted.
Governor Makinde unveiled his RESET agenda, promising reforms in education, security and the economy including tax breaks and an end to militancy. He accused the federal government of worsening the burden on Nigerians through its tax and economic policies.
PDP's Oyo Central senatorial candidate, Ayobami Olunloyo, said his late father's political career inspired his ambition to serve and address key challenges.
Oyo State Governor and 2027 presidential candidate Seyi Makinde challenged his political opponents to jump off a stage to prove their physical fitness, speaking at a South-West presidential campaign town hall in Akure. He said his campaign would focus on energy.
A group supporting Governor Seyi Makinde's campaign said President Bola Tinubu's Independence Day comment that Nigeria is nearing a "promised land" does not match ongoing hunger and hardship in the country. The group reportedly referred to Tinubu as a "modern-day Pharaoh."
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde defended his decision to contest the 2027 presidential election, saying the South-West region can produce multiple candidates.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde challenged his 2027 presidential rivals to demonstrate physical stamina by jumping off a stage, as he did. No further details were given in the report.
The APC has questioned how Oyo State used N9.8bn in immunisation funds, pointing to a diphtheria outbreak reported in 16 local government areas. The party cited low vaccination coverage in the state.
The Oyo State Government said there is currently no confirmed case of diphtheria in the state, disputing claims made by the APC. The government described the claims as misinformation.
The APC in Oyo State has accused supporters of the APM governorship candidate of vandalising billboards belonging to Senator Sharafadeen Alli in Ibadan. The two parties have exchanged accusations over the incident, according to a Punch report.
The Director-General of the Makinde/Daura Campaign Organisation said Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has what it takes to reset Nigeria and address its challenges in 2027.
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed an attack on supporters of Accord Party governorship candidate Oriyomi Hamzat in Molete, Ibadan South-West LGA. Police spokesperson Olayinka Ayanlade said suspected hoodlums were responsible, according to Punch.
The Oyo State Police Command said one person died after suspected hoodlums attacked supporters welcoming politician and broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat back to Ibadan on Wednesday. The Commissioner of Police has directed the Command Monitoring Unit to investigate and bring those responsible to justice.
The APC Presidential Campaign Council for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid is visiting the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Ibadan.
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