Makinde Names Six Zonal Coordinators to Drive 2027 Presidential Bid

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has appointed six zonal coordinators to spearhead his 2027 presidential campaign organisation, according to a statement issued in Abuja on [date] by Richard Ihediwa, Director of Strategic Communications for the Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation. Makinde, who is the presidential candidate of the Allied People's Movement (APM), is seeking to drive his 'Reset Nigeria' agenda nationwide.

The appointment of zonal coordinators is a key step in structuring Makinde's campaign across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones. The statement did not name the coordinators but emphasised their role in mobilising support for the APM candidate. Makinde, a first-term governor, has been positioning himself as a reform-minded leader with his 'Reset Nigeria' agenda, which aims to address national challenges. The campaign organisation, led by Ihediwa, is expected to coordinate activities and communicate the candidate's vision to voters.

The move signals Makinde's intention to run a nationwide campaign despite the APM's relatively low profile compared to major parties like the APC and PDP. Political analysts suggest that Makinde's candidacy could reshape the opposition landscape if he gains traction. However, the APM faces significant hurdles in challenging the established parties. The coming months will reveal whether Makinde's zonal coordinators can effectively translate his agenda into grassroots support and secure a competitive position ahead of the 2027 elections.