2027: Makinde unveils manifesto, promises reforms

(L-R) Allied Peoples Movement National Chairman, Yusuf Dantalle; the party’s presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; and its vice-presidential candidate, Lawal Daura, at the unveiling of the party’s 2027 Reset Agenda manifesto in Abuja on Wednesday. Photo credit: Abdulrahman Zakariyau

Ahead of the January 16, 2027 presidential election, the Allied Peoples Movement presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has unveiled his Reset Agenda manifesto, promising reforms in the economy, education, security and the political system.

Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja during the presentation of the manifesto, Makinde said his ambition was driven by the need to address Nigeria’s challenges and restore the vision of its founding fathers.

He said his proposed administration would prioritise policies that improve living conditions, expand opportunities and strengthen public institutions.

“My simple proposition is that government must make life easier for the people. We must develop people’s abilities and expand their access to opportunities. We must also have institutions that work,” he said.

Makinde stressed that government promises must be backed by clear implementation plans, measurable targets and accountable institutions.

He identified the disconnect between macroeconomic reforms and improvements in citizens’ living conditions as one of the major challenges confronting the country.

“For us, macroeconomic reforms must translate into improvements in people’s lives. What does macroeconomic stability mean if it does not improve the living conditions of ordinary Nigerians?” he asked.

On the economy, the governor proposed a system through which Nigerians would benefit from increased crude oil revenues, arguing that additional earnings above government budget benchmarks should translate into improved public welfare.

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He also promised measurable performance targets within his administration’s first 100 days and called for accountability in government spending.

On electricity, Makinde urged Nigerians to hold the Federal Government accountable for its promise to improve power supply, insisting that it must continue to address challenges in generation and distribution despite the electricity autonomy law.

Addressing the political system, he proposed that presidential candidates should secure at least 51 per cent of votes to win elections, arguing that the requirement would encourage broader political cooperation.

He also proposed a transitional government of national unity and a national conference to discuss the country’s challenges and agree on a common direction.

His running mate, Lawal Musa Daura, criticised the suppression of opposition parties, saying a level playing field was essential to sustaining democracy.

He said a vibrant opposition complemented the government and helped reduce political tensions.

Daura identified education, the economy, security and the socio-political system as the four pillars of the Reset Agenda, pledging that their proposed administration would prioritise national interests over personal gains.