
Lagos APM backs Seyi Makinde as top opposition candidate
Seyi Makinde has been endorsed by the Lagos State chapter of the Allied People’s Movement as the most suitable opposition presidential candidate. The party’s State Publicity Secretary, Ayodele Kazeem, highlighted Makinde’s leadership, governance style, and national appeal as key reasons for their support. According to the APM, Makinde’s record in Oyo State demonstrates prudence, transparency, and effective governance. The party also outlined its grassroots mobilisation strategy to support the opposition coalition.
Key takeaways
- The Lagos APM describes Seyi Makinde as the most qualified and unifying opposition candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
- Ayodele Kazeem cited Makinde’s achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, and fiscal management in Oyo State.
- The party believes Makinde’s reputation for transparency and consensus-building makes him suitable to unite the opposition.
- APM Lagos is actively building structures to mobilise support and aims to contribute over five million votes to the coalition’s presidential victory.
- The mobilisation strategy includes strengthening polling-unit structures, expanding volunteer networks, and engaging various community groups.