Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has attracted attention after cautioning people against mistreating him, reminding them that he would remain governor until May 29, 2027, despite his plans to relocate to Abuja.
Makinde made the remarks while presenting the proposed ₦1.115 trillion 2027 budget, tagged “Budget of Sustained Progress,” to the Oyo State House of Assembly in Ibadan.
Describing the presentation as his final budget address, the governor explained that his administration would only implement part of the proposed budget before handing over to his successor on May 29, 2027.
Makinde Speaks on Plans After 2027 Presidential Election
Speaking about his plans after the 2027 presidential election, Makinde cautioned those who might attempt to mistreat him, stressing that relocating to Abuja would not mean his tenure as governor had ended.
He stated, “Please be careful what you do to me because after the elections, I’ll still be the governor of this state till May 29, 2027. Even though I will be moving to Abuja, I could still do something in this state between February and May that people will never forget for life,”
His remarks have sparked discussions about what he meant by the statement and the implications of his continued stay in office until the official end of his tenure.