Makinde challenges Fayose to prove N50bn allegation
Seyi Makinde, Governor of Oyo State, has called on former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose to provide evidence for his claim that Makinde received N50bn from President Bola Tinubu after the January 2024 Ibadan explosion. The allegation was also repeated by Fayose’s former aide, Lere Olayinka, who said only N4.5bn was given to victims. Makinde’s spokesperson dismissed the claims as baseless and urged those making the accusations to present proof. The state government insists its response to the explosion was transparent and focused on helping victims.
What we know
- Ayo Fayose alleged that Seyi Makinde received N50bn from President Bola Tinubu following the January 2024 Ibadan explosion.
- Makinde had visited Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in January 2024 to submit a report on the explosion, which killed five people, injured 77, and destroyed about 55 houses.
- Lere Olayinka claimed on Facebook that only N4.5bn out of the alleged N50bn was given to explosion victims.
- Makinde’s Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olarenwaju, dismissed the allegations and challenged accusers to provide evidence.
- The Oyo State government maintains that its actions after the explosion were transparent and aimed at supporting victims and rebuilding affected areas.
