Presidential · Nigeria · 2027

Allied Peoples Movement (APM)

Seyi Makinde&Musa Lawal Daura

Two lives. One ticket. Explore their journeys, the public record, and the plans for Nigeria.

Meet the people

Seyi MakindeFor President

Musa Lawal DauraFor Vice President

Before the ballot,
a life in the making.

The places, education and experiences behind the people on this ticket.

Seyi Makinde (Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde) is the Governor of Oyo State, in office since 29 May 2019, and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) presidential candidate for the election of 16 January 2027, with former State Security Service Director-General Musa Lawal Daura as running mate. He was born in Ibadan on 25 December 1967, attended St Paul's and St Michael's primary schools in Yemetu and Bishop Phillips Academy, Ibadan (1985), and graduated in electrical engineering from the University of Lagos in 1990. After national service and two years as a pupil engineer at Shell (1990-1992) and five at Rebold International (1992-1997), he founded Makon Engineering and Technical Services in 1997; it grew into the Makon Group, of which he is still described as Group Managing Director. His 2019 asset declaration valued his companies at about N48.15 billion. He entered politics in 2007 as the ANPP candidate for the Oyo South Senate seat and lost. He then joined the PDP but did not get its 2011 senatorial ticket, pulled out of its 2014 governorship primary, and ran for governor on the SDP ticket in 2015, finishing fifth. Back in the PDP from 2017, he won the governorship in March 2019 with 515,621 votes; the Supreme Court upheld his election on 18 December 2019. He was re-elected in March 2023 with 63.37% of the vote. On his first day in office he dissolved the elected local councils; on 7 May 2021 the Supreme Court held the dissolution unlawful and ordered the officials' pay restored, and his government paid in instalments after garnishee proceedings. As governor he has been sued in several chieftaincy disputes. In July 2026 a Federal High Court set aside, on his government's suit, a blanket EFCC request for Oyo contract records; allegations, including a petition to the EFCC, that the Bodija explosion relief fund was misused are denied by his government, and no charge has been found. As a sitting governor he has immunity from prosecution, though not from investigation. In the PDP he was one of the "G5" governors who refused to campaign for Atiku Abubakar in 2023, and in 2025-2026 he led the faction behind Kabiru Turaki. On 14 May 2026 he moved to the APM, which affirmed him as its presidential candidate on 30 May 2026. He won both governor terms on the PDP ticket; his current term is recorded under his current party, the APM.

From the public profile

Read the evidence · 6 sources

Oyo State Government, official governor profile ("Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde")
"Born on 25 December 1967 in Ibadan, Oyo State"
Born on 25 December 1967 in Ibadan, Oyo State
PDP Governors' Forum (official profile)
2020-06-23: "In 2007, Makinde contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) but lost to the Peoples Democratic Party candidate- Kamoru Adedibu."
In 2007, Makinde contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) but lost to the Peoples Democratic Party candidate- Kamoru Adedibu.
Premium Times
2021-05-07: "The apex court also noted that the replacement of the sacked officials with caretaker committees was illegal and fined Mr Makinde’s administration N20 million."
The apex court also noted that the replacement of the sacked officials with caretaker committees was illegal and fined Mr Makinde’s administration N20 million.
The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
2025-12-27: "So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket."
So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket.
Daily Post
2026-05-14: "Governor Makinde and the National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantalle, also signed the agreement on behalf of both parties."
Governor Makinde and the National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantalle, also signed the agreement on behalf of both parties.
P.M. News
2019-03-10: "The Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, UNILAG, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe who is the returning officer of the Oyo State Governorship election held on Saturday March 9, 2019 has declared Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the poll."
The Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, UNILAG, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe who is the returning officer of the Oyo State Governorship election held on Saturday March 9, 2019 has declared Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the poll.

School years & education

1985–1990
University of Lagos
B.Sc. (Hons) in Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria
Read the evidence · 5 sources
- INEC — 2027 Presidential Final List of Candidates (PDF, pdftotext)
  2026-09-12: "UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, AKOKA"
  UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, AKOKA
- tribuneonlineng.com
  In 1985. He gained admission to the University of Lagos (UNILAG) where he earned Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- oyostate.gov.ng
  He also attended the University of Lagos, Akoka Yaba, Lagos and graduated with a B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Electrical Engineering in 1990.
- seyimakinde4governor.com (2015 campaign site, Wayback 2016-05-28)
  "He aslo designed a microprocessor based DC motor controller as his final year project at the University of Lagos in 1990."
  He aslo designed a microprocessor based DC motor controller as his final year project at the University of Lagos in 1990.
- en.wikipedia.org
  In 1985, he gained admission to the University of Lagos (Unilag) where he earned his bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Until 1985
Bishop Phillips Academy
Monatan, Iwo Road, Ibadan, Oyo State
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "He attended St. Michael’s Primary School, Yemetu in Ibadan and Bishop Phillips Academy, Iwo Road Ibadan."
  He attended St. Michael’s Primary School, Yemetu in Ibadan and Bishop Phillips Academy, Iwo Road Ibadan.
- INEC — 2027 Presidential Final List of Candidates (PDF, pdftotext)
  2026-09-12: "BISHOP PHILIPS ACADEMY IBADAN"
  BISHOP PHILIPS ACADEMY IBADAN
- Daily Independent via allAfrica (free preview paragraph; rest paywalled)
  2014-09-21: "attended and finished from a public secondary school, Bishop Philip's Academy, Iwo Road, Ibadan, in 1985, from where he proceeded to the prestigious University of Lagos, Akoka"
  attended and finished from a public secondary school, Bishop Philip's Academy, Iwo Road, Ibadan, in 1985, from where he proceeded to the prestigious University of Lagos, Akoka
- Leadership (quoting his verified Facebook post)
  2025-12-28: "Yesterday, it was lovely to join my former classmates from the 1985 set to mark 40 years after we finished from Bishop Phillips Academy, Ibadan."
  Yesterday, it was lovely to join my former classmates from the 1985 set to mark 40 years after we finished from Bishop Phillips Academy, Ibadan.
1998
Industrial Control Services
Training course: safety shutdown systems (non-degree) · Houston, Texas, USA
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "He was trained in Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas in 1998"
  He was trained in Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas in 1998
- marketpressrelease.com campaign release (Wayback 2016-08-09)
  2015-02-27: "Seyi Makinde also trained at Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas in 1998 on Safety Shutdown System"
  Seyi Makinde also trained at Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas in 1998 on Safety Shutdown System
- Nigerian Tribune (ICONS column)
  2021-12-29: "In 1998, he trained at Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas, USA, on Safety Shutdown Systems."
  In 1998, he trained at Industrial Control Services in Houston, Texas, USA, on Safety Shutdown Systems.
1999
Lagos Business School (Pan-Atlantic University)
Executive course: Development of Analytical Competence for Managing Operations · Lagos, Nigeria
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "Development of Analytical Competence at Lagos Business School (now Pan African University) in 1999"
  Development of Analytical Competence at Lagos Business School (now Pan African University) in 1999
- marketpressrelease.com campaign release (Wayback 2016-08-09)
  2015-02-27: "Development of Analytical Competence for Managing Operations at Lagos Business School (now Pan African University) in 1999"
  Development of Analytical Competence for Managing Operations at Lagos Business School (now Pan African University) in 1999
2002
Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre
Short course: Fundamentals of Crude Sampling (non-degree) · Kent, England, UK
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "He studied Fundamentals of Crude Sampling at Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre, Kent England in 2002"
  He studied Fundamentals of Crude Sampling at Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre, Kent England in 2002
- Nigerian Tribune (ICONS column)
  2021-12-29: "In 2002, he studied Fundamentals of Crude Sampling at Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre, Kent, England."
  In 2002, he studied Fundamentals of Crude Sampling at Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre, Kent, England.
2005
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Executive course (non-degree): Understanding and Solving Complex Business Problems · Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "Understanding and Solving Complex Business Problems at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA in 2005"
  Understanding and Solving Complex Business Problems at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA in 2005
- Nigerian Tribune (ICONS column)
  2021-12-29: "Also, in 2005, he studied Understanding and Solving Complex Business Problems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA."
  Also, in 2005, he studied Understanding and Solving Complex Business Problems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA.
- seyimakinde.com — his own 2027 campaign site
  "undertook further professional and executive education at Lagos Business School, Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre in Kent, England, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology"
  undertook further professional and executive education at Lagos Business School, Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre in Kent, England, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Dates not recorded
St Paul's Primary School, Yemetu
Yemetu, Ibadan, Oyo State
Attendance recorded; qualification not completed.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Nigerian Tribune (ICONS column)
  2021-12-29: "He began his education at St Paul Primary School and completed his primary education at St Michael Primary School, Yemetu, Ibadan."
  He began his education at St Paul Primary School and completed his primary education at St Michael Primary School, Yemetu, Ibadan.
- Nigerian Tribune (opinion, 'Our Reporter')
  2021-04-21: "He and Muyiwa both attended St. Paul primary school, Yemetu and later Bishop Philips Academy for their secondary education."
  He and Muyiwa both attended St. Paul primary school, Yemetu and later Bishop Philips Academy for their secondary education.
Dates not recorded
St Michael's Primary School, Yemetu
Yemetu, Ibadan, Oyo State
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government — official governor profile ('Meet Gov. Seyi Makinde')
  "He attended St. Michael’s Primary School, Yemetu in Ibadan and Bishop Phillips Academy, Iwo Road Ibadan."
  He attended St. Michael’s Primary School, Yemetu in Ibadan and Bishop Phillips Academy, Iwo Road Ibadan.
- Nigerian Tribune (ICONS column)
  2021-12-29: "completed his primary education at St Michael Primary School, Yemetu, Ibadan"
  completed his primary education at St Michael Primary School, Yemetu, Ibadan

A working life

1990–1992
NYSC corps member, then pupil engineer
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)
After graduating from the University of Lagos in 1990 he did his national youth service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company, which then kept him on as a pupil engineer until 1992. The months and the station were not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Seyi worked for Shell Petroleum Development Company for two years from 1990 to 1992 as a pupil engineer."
  Seyi worked for Shell Petroleum Development Company for two years from 1990 to 1992 as a pupil engineer.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "I worked for Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron"
  I worked for Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron
- Daily Independent via allAfrica (read through r.jina.ai; body behind paywall after first paragraph)
  2014-09-22: "he did his national service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), where he was later engaged as a pupil engineer between 1990 and1992."
  he did his national service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), where he was later engaged as a pupil engineer between 1990 and1992.
1992–1997
Field Engineer, later Assistant Manager (Eket operations)
Rebold International Limited
Field engineer and later assistant manager on Rebold International's Eket operations (Akwa Ibom State), designing, installing and commissioning instrumentation projects, 1992-1997 (Wikipedia dates his promotion to field manager to 1995). He has said he worked as a field engineer by day while running his own company by night. His official profile's alternative line, that he spent 1992-1997 as "Engineering Manager" for various international oil companies, is not used.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Thereafter, he worked for Rebold International Limited as a Field Engineer and Assistant Manager (Eket operations) from 1992-1997 where he designed, installed, supervised and commissioned several instrumentation projects."
  Thereafter, he worked for Rebold International Limited as a Field Engineer and Assistant Manager (Eket operations) from 1992-1997 where he designed, installed, supervised and commissioned several instrumentation projects.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "when I started, during the day, I was working as a field engineer; at night as the general manager."
  when I started, during the day, I was working as a field engineer; at night as the general manager.
From 1997
Founder
Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS)
His first business, an instrumentation, automation and control-systems company that began operating in 1997, after he had worked as an NYSC member and pupil engineer at Shell (1990-1992) and as a field engineer, later assistant manager, at Rebold International (1992-1997). He says its first contract, worth US$1 million, came from Mobil in 1997, when he was 29. The Corporate Affairs Commission records its incorporation on 8 June 1995 (RC 273613). It grew into the Makon Group (separate record), was among the companies in his 2019 asset declaration, and the CAC beneficial-ownership register still lists him as a person with significant control; no divestment was found.
Read the evidence · 7 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 273613; status: ACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-06-1995"
  approvedName: MAKON ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 273613; status: ACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-06-1995
- oyostate.gov.ng
  In 1997, Makinde established his first business, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS), after working for five years (1992-1997) with various international oil and gas companies (IOCs), as the Engineering Manager. He is now the Group Managing Director of Makon Group of Companies.
- thecable.ng
  According to the statement, the companies owned by Makinde include; Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited."
  The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited.
- Makon Group (company website)
  "Makon Group started operations through her pioneer subsidiary, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited, in 1997 as an instrumentation, Automation and Control Systems Company"
  Makon Group started operations through her pioneer subsidiary, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited, in 1997 as an instrumentation, Automation and Control Systems Company
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket."
  So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket.
- en.wikipedia.org
  In 1997, Makinde established his first business, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS), after working for five years (1992-1997) with various international oil and gas companies (IOCs), as the Engineering Manager. He is now the group managing director of Makon Group of Companies.
From 1999
Owner (declared company)
Makon Construction Limited
Incorporated on 13 January 1999 (RC 349123) and listed in his 2019 asset declaration. The CAC register now shows it as struck off (the date is not given) and has no person with significant control on file; his exact role is not stated.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON CONSTRUCTION LTD; rcNumber: 349123; status: STRUCK-OFF; registrationDate: 13-01-1999"
  approvedName: MAKON CONSTRUCTION LTD; rcNumber: 349123; status: STRUCK-OFF; registrationDate: 13-01-1999
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited."
  The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited.
From 1999
Owner (person with significant control)
Makon Oil and Gas Limited
Incorporated on 3 March 1999 (RC 351671; CAC status inactive, a filing status). Listed in his 2019 asset declaration, and the CAC beneficial-ownership register lists him as a person with significant control. No holding percentage is recorded (the register's filing history is unreliable on percentages).
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON OIL AND GAS LIMITED; rcNumber: 351671; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 03-03-1999"
  approvedName: MAKON OIL AND GAS LIMITED; rcNumber: 351671; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 03-03-1999
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Makon Oil and Gas Limited(N341 million)"
  Makon Oil and Gas Limited(N341 million)
From 2000
Owner (declared company)
Makon Power Systems Limited
Incorporated on 8 December 2000 (RC 397316; CAC status inactive). Listed as "Makon Power System Limited" in his 2019 asset declaration. CAC has no person with significant control on file, so the link rests on the declaration; his exact role is not stated.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON POWER SYSTEMS LTD; rcNumber: 397316; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-12-2000"
  approvedName: MAKON POWER SYSTEMS LTD; rcNumber: 397316; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-12-2000
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Makon Power System Limited(N148.4 million)"
  Makon Power System Limited(N148.4 million)
From 2001
Group Managing Director
Makon Group Limited
Group Managing Director of Makon Group Limited, the holding company of his Makon businesses (incorporated 11 April 2001, RC 408244). Through the group he says he did work for Shell, ExxonMobil (Chad-Cameroon pipeline), Chevron and ABB (West African Gas Pipeline). No statement that he stepped down on becoming governor in 2019 was found; CAC filings of 2021-2023 still list him as a person with significant control of group companies, but a day-to-day management role since 29 May 2019 is unconfirmed.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON GROUP LIMITED; rcNumber: 408244; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 11-04-2001"
  approvedName: MAKON GROUP LIMITED; rcNumber: 408244; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 11-04-2001
- Makon Group (company website; republished The Business Year interview)
  2019-08-01: "Note: This interview was conducted in 2015 In this interview, the Group Managing Director of Makon Group talks on the Nigerian Content Act, collaborating with partners, and the transforming regulatory landscape."
  Note: This interview was conducted in 2015 In this interview, the Group Managing Director of Makon Group talks on the Nigerian Content Act, collaborating with partners, and the transforming regulatory landscape.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "I personally, I was in Kirbi, where they positioned the FSO. I sent engineers to Chad; I sent engineers to Cameroon."
  I personally, I was in Kirbi, where they positioned the FSO. I sent engineers to Chad; I sent engineers to Cameroon.
- The Sun
  2026-01-06: "He is the founder of Makon Group, an indigenous engineering firm."
  He is the founder of Makon Group, an indigenous engineering firm.
From 2014
Majority owner (person with significant control)
Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited
Incorporated on 24 March 2014 (RC 1179730) and listed in his 2019 asset declaration. A November 2022 CAC beneficial-ownership filing records him as an active person with significant control holding 51%.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: ENERGY TRADERS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 1179730; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 24-03-2014"
  approvedName: ENERGY TRADERS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 1179730; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 24-03-2014
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited(N1.159bn)"
  Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited(N1.159bn)
2022–2025
Member and spokesman
PDP "Integrity Group" (G5 governors)
One of the five "G5" PDP governors (with Nyesom Wike, Samuel Ortom, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and Okezie Ikpeazu) who broke with the party leadership after Atiku Abubakar won the May 2022 presidential primary; they met Bola Tinubu in London on 23 August 2022 and demanded the resignation of National Chairman Iyorchia Ayu. Named Vice Chairman (South) of the Atiku campaign council on 15 September 2022, he boycotted its inauguration on 28 September 2022 and did not serve. On 20 November 2022 he announced the group's "Integrity Group" name as its spokesman. The bloc had no founding or dissolution date; it was still acting together in 2024, and his alliance with Wike had broken down by November 2025, when the Wike-backed NEC announced his expulsion (the end year used here).
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Daily Post
  2022-09-03: "Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde, his Abia State counterpart, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu and other PDP stalwarts from Governor Wike’s camp met with Asiwaju in London on August 23."
  Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde, his Abia State counterpart, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu and other PDP stalwarts from Governor Wike’s camp met with Asiwaju in London on August 23.
- Citizen Square (Substack)
  2026: "In 2023, he was one of five PDP governors, led by now Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, who refused to campaign for the party’s candidate, Atiku Abubakar"
  In 2023, he was one of five PDP governors, led by now Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, who refused to campaign for the party’s candidate, Atiku Abubakar
- Daily Post
  2022-11-20: "This was disclosed by Governor Makinde while addressing journalists on Sunday before the group went into a closed-door meeting."
  This was disclosed by Governor Makinde while addressing journalists on Sunday before the group went into a closed-door meeting.
2025–2026
Leader and chief backer
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Turaki-led faction
Hosted the faction's national convention in Ibadan on 15-16 November 2025, which elected Kabiru Tanimu Turaki national chairman. The Federal High Court (30 January 2026), the Court of Appeal (9 March 2026) and, on 30 April 2026, the Supreme Court (3-2) set the convention aside; he was not found to be a named party to those suits. His camp named a Turaki-led caretaker committee on 4 May 2026, and on 14 May 2026 he took the faction into an alliance with the APM.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Punch
  2026-05-04: "On April 30, the Supreme Court, in a split 3–2 judgment, invalidated the Makinde-backed PDP national convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, which produced the Turaki-led leadership."
  On April 30, the Supreme Court, in a split 3–2 judgment, invalidated the Makinde-backed PDP national convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, which produced the Turaki-led leadership.
- Factsheet
  2026-05-14: "Governor Makinde who hitherto led the Taminu Turaki led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)"
  Governor Makinde who hitherto led the Taminu Turaki led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
- Daily Post (PDP Board of Trustees statement)
  2026-04-30: "the court invalidated the party’s November 15–16, 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, which produced the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC)."
  the court invalidated the party’s November 15–16, 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, which produced the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC).
- Punch
  2025-11-18: "The NEC also expelled former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former National Vice Chairman of the party, Bode George, and the recently elected party National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, SAN."
  The NEC also expelled former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former National Vice Chairman of the party, Bode George, and the recently elected party National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, SAN.
2026
Chairman
PDP Governors' Forum
Named chairman of the PDP Governors' Forum on about 6 May 2026, after Bauchi's Bala Mohammed left the PDP; by then he was effectively the party's only governor. Eight days later, on 14 May 2026, he moved to the APM platform. No handover or dissolution of the forum was found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Daily Post
  2026-06-05: "The former spokesman of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council, Umar Sani, on Friday described Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the Chairman of a one-man governor’s forum."
  The former spokesman of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council, Umar Sani, on Friday described Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the Chairman of a one-man governor’s forum.
- Daily Post
  2026-05-06: "The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum."
  The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum.
- Punch
  2026-05-04: "He is committed to the party and is currently the only PDP governor."
  He is committed to the party and is currently the only PDP governor.
Dates not recorded
Founder and sponsor
Omituntun Foundation
Before he became governor he ran his philanthropy under the "Omituntun" brand: the Omituntun Foundation, its Mega Praise event for Christians and an annual Ramadan lecture for Muslims. He also funded the Seyi Makinde Bursary Scheme (N50 million for 2,500 tertiary students in 2017/2018). His official profile dates his youth-empowerment and community programmes to 2006-2017; the foundation's founding date was not found. "Omituntun" later became the name of his administration's agenda.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Sponsorship of Omituntun Foundation Mega Praise Event for Christians. Sponsorship of Omituntun Annual Ramadan Lecture for Muslims."
  Sponsorship of Omituntun Foundation Mega Praise Event for Christians. Sponsorship of Omituntun Annual Ramadan Lecture for Muslims.
- Vanguard (read through r.jina.ai)
  2022-12-12: "Governor Oluseyi Makinde’s devotion and commitment to charity was popularized by his ‘Omituntun Foundation which touched millions of lives in and outside Oyo state."
  Governor Oluseyi Makinde’s devotion and commitment to charity was popularized by his ‘Omituntun Foundation which touched millions of lives in and outside Oyo state.
- OkadaBooks on Instagram (read through r.jina.ai)
  2021-06-14: "Today, his impact on humanity and his environment speaks volumes, under the banner of his Omituntun brand."
  Today, his impact on humanity and his environment speaks volumes, under the banner of his Omituntun brand.

The path into public service

2019–present
Governor
Oyo · Peoples Democratic Party → Allied Peoples Movement
1. 29 May 2019
  Took office
2. 29 May 2023
  Oyo Governorship Cycle 2023-2027
Oyo Governorship Cycle 2023-2027
Read the evidence · 6 sources
- P.M. News
  2019-03-10: "I hereby declare Seyi Makinde of PDP as the winner of the 2019 governorship election."
  I hereby declare Seyi Makinde of PDP as the winner of the 2019 governorship election.
- Daily Post
  2023-05-29: "Makinde and his deputy were re-elected in March this year."
  Makinde and his deputy were re-elected in March this year.
- Daily Post
  2019-05-29: "The Governor-elect in Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde and his Deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan have been sworn in as Governor and Deputy Governor respectively."
  The Governor-elect in Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde and his Deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan have been sworn in as Governor and Deputy Governor respectively.
- Punch
  2026-03-20: "are in the final lap of their constitutionally permitted two-term, four-year tenures"
  are in the final lap of their constitutionally permitted two-term, four-year tenures
- Daily Trust
  2026-07-13: "Makinde, who is serving his second and final term as governor of Oyo State, declared his intention to contest the presidency on May 14"
  Makinde, who is serving his second and final term as governor of Oyo State, declared his intention to contest the presidency on May 14
- Daily Post
  2023-05-29: "Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and his deputy, Barrister Abdulraheem Adebayo Lawal, have been sworn-in for another term in office."
  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and his deputy, Barrister Abdulraheem Adebayo Lawal, have been sworn-in for another term in office.

Life outside
the office.

Work, writing and public family connections. The experiences and relationships beyond a political career.

About Seyi MakindeBack to biography

Work & organisations

Dates not recorded
Omituntun Foundation
Founder and sponsor · Philanthropy
Before he became governor he ran his philanthropy under the "Omituntun" brand: the Omituntun Foundation, its Mega Praise event for Christians and an annual Ramadan lecture for Muslims. He also funded the Seyi Makinde Bursary Scheme (N50 million for 2,500 tertiary students in 2017/2018). His official profile dates his youth-empowerment and community programmes to 2006-2017; the foundation's founding date was not found. "Omituntun" later became the name of his administration's agenda.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Sponsorship of Omituntun Foundation Mega Praise Event for Christians. Sponsorship of Omituntun Annual Ramadan Lecture for Muslims."
  Sponsorship of Omituntun Foundation Mega Praise Event for Christians. Sponsorship of Omituntun Annual Ramadan Lecture for Muslims.
- Vanguard (read through r.jina.ai)
  2022-12-12: "Governor Oluseyi Makinde’s devotion and commitment to charity was popularized by his ‘Omituntun Foundation which touched millions of lives in and outside Oyo state."
  Governor Oluseyi Makinde’s devotion and commitment to charity was popularized by his ‘Omituntun Foundation which touched millions of lives in and outside Oyo state.
- OkadaBooks on Instagram (read through r.jina.ai)
  2021-06-14: "Today, his impact on humanity and his environment speaks volumes, under the banner of his Omituntun brand."
  Today, his impact on humanity and his environment speaks volumes, under the banner of his Omituntun brand.
From 2014
Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited
Majority owner (person with significant control) · owner · Energy trading and technical services
Incorporated on 24 March 2014 (RC 1179730) and listed in his 2019 asset declaration. A November 2022 CAC beneficial-ownership filing records him as an active person with significant control holding 51%.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: ENERGY TRADERS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 1179730; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 24-03-2014"
  approvedName: ENERGY TRADERS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 1179730; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 24-03-2014
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited(N1.159bn)"
  Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited(N1.159bn)
From 2001
Makon Group Limited
Group Managing Director · founder · Oil and gas engineering, power
Group Managing Director of Makon Group Limited, the holding company of his Makon businesses (incorporated 11 April 2001, RC 408244). Through the group he says he did work for Shell, ExxonMobil (Chad-Cameroon pipeline), Chevron and ABB (West African Gas Pipeline). No statement that he stepped down on becoming governor in 2019 was found; CAC filings of 2021-2023 still list him as a person with significant control of group companies, but a day-to-day management role since 29 May 2019 is unconfirmed.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON GROUP LIMITED; rcNumber: 408244; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 11-04-2001"
  approvedName: MAKON GROUP LIMITED; rcNumber: 408244; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 11-04-2001
- Makon Group (company website; republished The Business Year interview)
  2019-08-01: "Note: This interview was conducted in 2015 In this interview, the Group Managing Director of Makon Group talks on the Nigerian Content Act, collaborating with partners, and the transforming regulatory landscape."
  Note: This interview was conducted in 2015 In this interview, the Group Managing Director of Makon Group talks on the Nigerian Content Act, collaborating with partners, and the transforming regulatory landscape.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "I personally, I was in Kirbi, where they positioned the FSO. I sent engineers to Chad; I sent engineers to Cameroon."
  I personally, I was in Kirbi, where they positioned the FSO. I sent engineers to Chad; I sent engineers to Cameroon.
- The Sun
  2026-01-06: "He is the founder of Makon Group, an indigenous engineering firm."
  He is the founder of Makon Group, an indigenous engineering firm.
From 2000
Makon Power Systems Limited
Owner (declared company) · owner · Power
Incorporated on 8 December 2000 (RC 397316; CAC status inactive). Listed as "Makon Power System Limited" in his 2019 asset declaration. CAC has no person with significant control on file, so the link rests on the declaration; his exact role is not stated.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON POWER SYSTEMS LTD; rcNumber: 397316; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-12-2000"
  approvedName: MAKON POWER SYSTEMS LTD; rcNumber: 397316; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-12-2000
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Makon Power System Limited(N148.4 million)"
  Makon Power System Limited(N148.4 million)
From 1999
Makon Construction Limited
Owner (declared company) · owner · Construction
Incorporated on 13 January 1999 (RC 349123) and listed in his 2019 asset declaration. The CAC register now shows it as struck off (the date is not given) and has no person with significant control on file; his exact role is not stated.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON CONSTRUCTION LTD; rcNumber: 349123; status: STRUCK-OFF; registrationDate: 13-01-1999"
  approvedName: MAKON CONSTRUCTION LTD; rcNumber: 349123; status: STRUCK-OFF; registrationDate: 13-01-1999
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited."
  The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited.
From 1999
Makon Oil and Gas Limited
Owner (person with significant control) · owner · Oil and gas
Incorporated on 3 March 1999 (RC 351671; CAC status inactive, a filing status). Listed in his 2019 asset declaration, and the CAC beneficial-ownership register lists him as a person with significant control. No holding percentage is recorded (the register's filing history is unreliable on percentages).
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON OIL AND GAS LIMITED; rcNumber: 351671; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 03-03-1999"
  approvedName: MAKON OIL AND GAS LIMITED; rcNumber: 351671; status: INACTIVE; registrationDate: 03-03-1999
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "Makon Oil and Gas Limited(N341 million)"
  Makon Oil and Gas Limited(N341 million)
From 1997
Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS)
Founder · founder · Oil and gas
His first business, an instrumentation, automation and control-systems company that began operating in 1997, after he had worked as an NYSC member and pupil engineer at Shell (1990-1992) and as a field engineer, later assistant manager, at Rebold International (1992-1997). He says its first contract, worth US$1 million, came from Mobil in 1997, when he was 29. The Corporate Affairs Commission records its incorporation on 8 June 1995 (RC 273613). It grew into the Makon Group (separate record), was among the companies in his 2019 asset declaration, and the CAC beneficial-ownership register still lists him as a person with significant control; no divestment was found.
Read the evidence · 7 sources
- Corporate Affairs Commission — Beneficial Ownership Register JSON API (borapp.cac.gov.ng)
  "approvedName: MAKON ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 273613; status: ACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-06-1995"
  approvedName: MAKON ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED; rcNumber: 273613; status: ACTIVE; registrationDate: 08-06-1995
- oyostate.gov.ng
  In 1997, Makinde established his first business, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS), after working for five years (1992-1997) with various international oil and gas companies (IOCs), as the Engineering Manager. He is now the Group Managing Director of Makon Group of Companies.
- thecable.ng
  According to the statement, the companies owned by Makinde include; Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited
- Channels Television
  2019-07-16: "The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited."
  The companies listed by the Governor include Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited; Energy Traders and Technical Services Limited; Makon Oil and Gas Limited; Makon Group Limited, Makon Construction Limited and Makon Power System Limited.
- Makon Group (company website)
  "Makon Group started operations through her pioneer subsidiary, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited, in 1997 as an instrumentation, Automation and Control Systems Company"
  Makon Group started operations through her pioneer subsidiary, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited, in 1997 as an instrumentation, Automation and Control Systems Company
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket."
  So, this (displays a contract award paper) was the exact first contract that Mobil gave to my company, Makon (Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited). I was 29. It was $1 million. They subsequently added two other contracts such that within that one year (1997-1998), I had $1 million in my pocket.
- en.wikipedia.org
  In 1997, Makinde established his first business, Makon Engineering and Technical Services Limited (METS), after working for five years (1992-1997) with various international oil and gas companies (IOCs), as the Engineering Manager. He is now the group managing director of Makon Group of Companies.
2026
PDP Governors' Forum
Chairman · Party politics
Named chairman of the PDP Governors' Forum on about 6 May 2026, after Bauchi's Bala Mohammed left the PDP; by then he was effectively the party's only governor. Eight days later, on 14 May 2026, he moved to the APM platform. No handover or dissolution of the forum was found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Daily Post
  2026-06-05: "The former spokesman of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council, Umar Sani, on Friday described Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the Chairman of a one-man governor’s forum."
  The former spokesman of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council, Umar Sani, on Friday described Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as the Chairman of a one-man governor’s forum.
- Daily Post
  2026-05-06: "The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum."
  The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum.
- Punch
  2026-05-04: "He is committed to the party and is currently the only PDP governor."
  He is committed to the party and is currently the only PDP governor.
2025–2026
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Turaki-led faction
Leader and chief backer · Party politics
Hosted the faction's national convention in Ibadan on 15-16 November 2025, which elected Kabiru Tanimu Turaki national chairman. The Federal High Court (30 January 2026), the Court of Appeal (9 March 2026) and, on 30 April 2026, the Supreme Court (3-2) set the convention aside; he was not found to be a named party to those suits. His camp named a Turaki-led caretaker committee on 4 May 2026, and on 14 May 2026 he took the faction into an alliance with the APM.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Punch
  2026-05-04: "On April 30, the Supreme Court, in a split 3–2 judgment, invalidated the Makinde-backed PDP national convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, which produced the Turaki-led leadership."
  On April 30, the Supreme Court, in a split 3–2 judgment, invalidated the Makinde-backed PDP national convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, which produced the Turaki-led leadership.
- Factsheet
  2026-05-14: "Governor Makinde who hitherto led the Taminu Turaki led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)"
  Governor Makinde who hitherto led the Taminu Turaki led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
- Daily Post (PDP Board of Trustees statement)
  2026-04-30: "the court invalidated the party’s November 15–16, 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, which produced the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC)."
  the court invalidated the party’s November 15–16, 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, which produced the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC).
- Punch
  2025-11-18: "The NEC also expelled former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former National Vice Chairman of the party, Bode George, and the recently elected party National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, SAN."
  The NEC also expelled former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former National Vice Chairman of the party, Bode George, and the recently elected party National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, SAN.
2022–2025
PDP "Integrity Group" (G5 governors)
Member and spokesman · Party politics
One of the five "G5" PDP governors (with Nyesom Wike, Samuel Ortom, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and Okezie Ikpeazu) who broke with the party leadership after Atiku Abubakar won the May 2022 presidential primary; they met Bola Tinubu in London on 23 August 2022 and demanded the resignation of National Chairman Iyorchia Ayu. Named Vice Chairman (South) of the Atiku campaign council on 15 September 2022, he boycotted its inauguration on 28 September 2022 and did not serve. On 20 November 2022 he announced the group's "Integrity Group" name as its spokesman. The bloc had no founding or dissolution date; it was still acting together in 2024, and his alliance with Wike had broken down by November 2025, when the Wike-backed NEC announced his expulsion (the end year used here).
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Daily Post
  2022-09-03: "Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde, his Abia State counterpart, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu and other PDP stalwarts from Governor Wike’s camp met with Asiwaju in London on August 23."
  Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde, his Abia State counterpart, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu and other PDP stalwarts from Governor Wike’s camp met with Asiwaju in London on August 23.
- Citizen Square (Substack)
  2026: "In 2023, he was one of five PDP governors, led by now Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, who refused to campaign for the party’s candidate, Atiku Abubakar"
  In 2023, he was one of five PDP governors, led by now Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, who refused to campaign for the party’s candidate, Atiku Abubakar
- Daily Post
  2022-11-20: "This was disclosed by Governor Makinde while addressing journalists on Sunday before the group went into a closed-door meeting."
  This was disclosed by Governor Makinde while addressing journalists on Sunday before the group went into a closed-door meeting.
1992–1997
Rebold International Limited
Field Engineer, later Assistant Manager (Eket operations) · employee · Oil and gas services (instrumentation)
Field engineer and later assistant manager on Rebold International's Eket operations (Akwa Ibom State), designing, installing and commissioning instrumentation projects, 1992-1997 (Wikipedia dates his promotion to field manager to 1995). He has said he worked as a field engineer by day while running his own company by night. His official profile's alternative line, that he spent 1992-1997 as "Engineering Manager" for various international oil companies, is not used.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Thereafter, he worked for Rebold International Limited as a Field Engineer and Assistant Manager (Eket operations) from 1992-1997 where he designed, installed, supervised and commissioned several instrumentation projects."
  Thereafter, he worked for Rebold International Limited as a Field Engineer and Assistant Manager (Eket operations) from 1992-1997 where he designed, installed, supervised and commissioned several instrumentation projects.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "when I started, during the day, I was working as a field engineer; at night as the general manager."
  when I started, during the day, I was working as a field engineer; at night as the general manager.
1990–1992
Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)
NYSC corps member, then pupil engineer · employee · Oil and gas
After graduating from the University of Lagos in 1990 he did his national youth service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company, which then kept him on as a pupil engineer until 1992. The months and the station were not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Seyi worked for Shell Petroleum Development Company for two years from 1990 to 1992 as a pupil engineer."
  Seyi worked for Shell Petroleum Development Company for two years from 1990 to 1992 as a pupil engineer.
- The Guardian (Nigeria) — interview
  2025-12-27: "I worked for Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron"
  I worked for Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron
- Daily Independent via allAfrica (read through r.jina.ai; body behind paywall after first paragraph)
  2014-09-22: "he did his national service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), where he was later engaged as a pupil engineer between 1990 and1992."
  he did his national service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), where he was later engaged as a pupil engineer between 1990 and1992.

Family in public life

Documented relationships with people in public life. A family connection alone does not establish a business interest or wrongdoing.

Spouse
Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde
Wife of Seyi Makinde and First Lady of Oyo State since 29 May 2019. Born on 9 June 1972 in Buguma, Asari-Toru LGA, Rivers State, into the Kalabari (Ijaw) Batubo family, and raised in Port Harcourt, where they met around his NYSC year; they married on 1 March 1998 and she took the Yoruba name Olufunke. A petrochemical engineer (B.Eng., Rivers State University of Science and Technology; BBA and MBA 2017, St. Thomas University, Houston) and businesswoman who worked in the Makon Group; founder of the Omituntun For Life Foundation. Installed as Yeye Aare Omoluabi of Akure (18 July 2025) and Yeye Aare Asoludero of Ibarapaland (5 September 2026).
Read the evidence · 7 sources
- tribuneonlineng.com
  Tamunominini is happily married to the current governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Governor Oluseyi Makinde, also an Engineer. They are blessed with three children.
- womenaffairs.oyostate.gov.ng
  Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Mrs. Tamunomini Makinde, has charged women in the State to keep breaking barriers, building bridges, and creating a world where women are empowered in every sense of the word.
- health.oyostate.gov.ng
  In the effort to combat malaria across Oyo State, the First Lady, Engr. (Mrs.) Tamunominini Makinde, has launched the 2025 Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITN) campaign and was officially unveiled as the State's Net Ambassador.
- Nigerian Tribune (quoting her Facebook post)
  2025-03-01: "Today, we celebrate 27 incredible years of marriage, love, and adventure together."
  Today, we celebrate 27 incredible years of marriage, love, and adventure together.
- ThisDay
  2023-08-13: "I met my husband at age 19 in Port Harcourt by the poolside."
  I met my husband at age 19 in Port Harcourt by the poolside.
- The Nation (read via r.jina.ai mirror)
  2024-06-09: "Engr. Mrs. Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde, the Oyo State first lady"
  Engr. Mrs. Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde, the Oyo State first lady
- en.wikipedia.org
  Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde (born 9 June 1972) is a petrochemical engineer, politician. She has been the First Lady of Oyo State since May 2019 as the wife of its current governor, Seyi Makinde.

In their own words

Books, articles and other published work.

Thinking It Out
2021 · book
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- tribuneonlineng.com
  maybe they need to take a peep into his upcoming autobiography, “Seyi Makinde: Thinking it out,” where he wrote
- www.instagram.com
  Promotion for the book on IG
- oyostate.gov.ng
  He bares it all in his upcoming autobiography, which comes with the title: “Seyi Makinde: Thinking it out.”

The record,
in public.

Elections contested, legislation and recognition. Read the entries, follow their sources, and form your own view.

Showing Seyi MakindeChange person

At the ballot

2027 · Presidential election
Allied Peoples Movement · Pending
Record notes
APM presidential candidate for the election of 16 January 2027. The APM first filed Ibrahim Adamu Bala of Bauchi as running mate (on INEC's nomination portal by 13 July 2026); Bala withdrew by a letter dated 5 August 2026, and on 13 August 2026, at the APM national convention in Bauchi, Makinde named former SSS Director-General Musa Lawal Daura. INEC's final list of 12 September 2026 lists the ticket at SN 7: "MAKINDE OLUSEYI ABIODUN" (58, M) and "MUSA LAWAL DAURA" (73, M). The day INEC recorded the substitution was not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- INEC (2027 Presidential Final List)
  2026-09-12: "7 APM NIGERIA Presidential MAKINDE OLUSEYI ABIODUN None 58 M BISHOP PHILIPS ACADEMY IBADAN"
  7 APM NIGERIA Presidential MAKINDE OLUSEYI ABIODUN None 58 M BISHOP PHILIPS ACADEMY IBADAN
- Daily Post
  2026-09-12: "10. APM: Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde (58) / Musa Lawal Daura"
  10. APM: Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde (58) / Musa Lawal Daura
- Punch
  2026-02-27: "the presidential and National Assembly election will now take place on January 16, while the governorship and state assembly election will be held on February 6."
  the presidential and National Assembly election will now take place on January 16, while the governorship and state assembly election will be held on February 6.
2027 · Presidential primary
Allied Peoples Movement · Won
Record notes
also listed as: Makinde Oluseyi Abiodun · INEC final list of candidates (Presidential), published 2026-09-12 — SN 7; INEC name: MAKINDE OLUSEYI ABIODUN; age 58; male; qualification (as declared to INEC): BISHOP PHILIPS ACADEMY IBADAN UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, AKOKA Affirmed by voice vote as the APM's consensus presidential candidate at its presidential primary and unveiling at Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall, Ibadan, on Saturday 30 May 2026 (INEC's deadline for primaries), where National Chairman Yusuf Dantalle presented his certificate of return and the party flag. No vote count exists. The APM elective national convention in Bauchi ratified him on Thursday 13 August 2026.
Read the evidence · 6 sources
- inecnigeria.org
  Seyi Makinde — presidential 2027
- Daily Trust
  2026-05-30: "Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Saturday, won the presidential ticket of the Allied People’s Movement for the 2027 general election. He emerged at the party’s presidential primary held in Ibadan."
  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Saturday, won the presidential ticket of the Allied People’s Movement for the 2027 general election. He emerged at the party’s presidential primary held in Ibadan.
- Daily Post
  2026-05-30: "The National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantalle, presented Makinde the certificate and flag at the Presidential primary election and unveiling ceremony at Ibadan, Oyo State. Dantalle said Makinde’s candidacy got the affirmative voice vote due to his pedigree and known track record in Oyo State."
  The National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantalle, presented Makinde the certificate and flag at the Presidential primary election and unveiling ceremony at Ibadan, Oyo State. Dantalle said Makinde’s candidacy got the affirmative voice vote due to his pedigree and known track record in Oyo State.
- Oyoinsight
  2026-05-07: "INEC also set May 30 as the deadline for primaries in line with the provisions of the new Electoral Act."
  INEC also set May 30 as the deadline for primaries in line with the provisions of the new Electoral Act.
- BusinessDay
  2026-05-30: "At the event held at Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall, Ibadan, the governor was officially presented with his Certificate of Return and the APM flag by the National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantali."
  At the event held at Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall, Ibadan, the governor was officially presented with his Certificate of Return and the APM flag by the National Chairman of the APM, Yusuf Dantali.
- Punch
  2026-08-13: "Makinde, who was formally elected as the APM presidential candidate at the convention, also pledged to work with politicians who share his vision to improve the country."
  Makinde, who was formally elected as the APM presidential candidate at the convention, also pledged to work with politicians who share his vision to improve the country.
2023 · Gubernatorial election
Peoples Democratic Party · Won · Oyo
563,756 votes · 63.37%
Record notes
Re-elected as the PDP candidate, with Bayo Lawal as running mate: 563,756 votes (63.37%) to 256,685 for Teslim Folarin (APC) and 38,357 for Adebayo Adelabu (Accord), winning 31 of 33 LGAs. The poll had been moved from 11 to 18 March 2023; returning officer Olusola Kehinde declared the result on Sunday 19 March 2023. Petitions by the APM and the Action Alliance were dismissed (see legal records). Sworn in on 29 May 2023. He won this term on the PDP ticket and moved to the APM mid-term, on 14 May 2026; the term record carries his current party, APM.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Punch
  2023-03-19: "The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared the Oyo State Governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Seyi Makinde, as the winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state."
  The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared the Oyo State Governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Seyi Makinde, as the winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state.
- Citizen Square (Substack)
  2026: "In March 2023, Makinde (or GSM as his supporters fondly call him) was reelected as Oyo State Governor, polling 63.37% of the votes, the largest margin in that year’s gubernatorial elections"
  In March 2023, Makinde (or GSM as his supporters fondly call him) was reelected as Oyo State Governor, polling 63.37% of the votes, the largest margin in that year’s gubernatorial elections
2023 · Gubernatorial primary
Peoples Democratic Party · Won · Oyo
1,040 votes · 99.2%
Record notes
Won the PDP governorship primary for a second term on Wednesday 25 May 2022 at Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan: 1,040 delegate votes to 2 for Hazeem Gbolarumi, with 6 void of 1,048 cast (the 99.2% share is computed). After Deputy Governor Rauf Olaniyan defected to the APC, Bayo Lawal was announced as running mate on 7 June 2022.
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Daily Post
  2022-05-25: "Makinde polled a total of 1,040 delegates votes to defeat his rival, Mr Hazeem Gbolarunmi who had two votes. The primary was held at Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan on Wednesday."
  Makinde polled a total of 1,040 delegates votes to defeat his rival, Mr Hazeem Gbolarunmi who had two votes. The primary was held at Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan on Wednesday.
2019 · Gubernatorial election
Peoples Democratic Party · Won · Oyo
515,621 votes · 56.24%
Record notes
Won as the PDP candidate, with Rauf Olaniyan as running mate, polling 515,621 votes to 357,982 for Adebayo Adelabu (APC); the 56.24% share is from Wikipedia (the INEC sheet was not opened). The ADC, ZLP and SDP had adopted him as their consensus candidate on 4 March 2019. Returning officer Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe declared the result on 10 March 2019. Adelabu's petition failed, finally at the Supreme Court on 18 December 2019 (see legal records). Sworn in on 29 May 2019.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Daily Post
  2019-03-04: "Agreement has been reached by members of the coalition parties to adopt Engineer Seyi Makinde as its gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the state."
  Agreement has been reached by members of the coalition parties to adopt Engineer Seyi Makinde as its gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the state.
- P.M. News
  2019-03-10: "The Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, UNILAG, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe who is the returning officer of the Oyo State Governorship election held on Saturday March 9, 2019 has declared Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the poll."
  The Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, UNILAG, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe who is the returning officer of the Oyo State Governorship election held on Saturday March 9, 2019 has declared Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the poll.
2019 · Gubernatorial primary
Peoples Democratic Party · Won · Oyo
2,772 votes
Record notes
Won the PDP governorship primary for 2019 on Sunday 30 September 2018 at Obafemi Awolowo (formerly Liberty) Stadium, Ibadan, with 2,772 votes to 21 for Senator Hamzat Ayoade Adeseun, who had asked for the vote to be cancelled over the delegates' list (his suit against the PDP and INEC was dismissed on 19 March 2019; Makinde was not a party to it). Wikipedia's 29 September is not used. No share is stored because accredited delegates were not reported. He named Rauf Olaniyan as running mate on 14 December 2018.
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Daily Post
  2018-09-30: "Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state on Sunday elected Engineer Oluwaseyi Makinde as the gubernatorial candidate of the party ahead of the 2019 general election."
  Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state on Sunday elected Engineer Oluwaseyi Makinde as the gubernatorial candidate of the party ahead of the 2019 general election.
2015 · Gubernatorial election
Social Democratic Party · Lost · Oyo
54,740 votes
Record notes
Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate; the party adopted him when he joined on 15 December 2014 (no SDP primary was reported). He finished fifth with 54,740 votes, behind Abiola Ajimobi (APC, 327,310), Rashidi Ladoja (Accord, 254,520), Adebayo Alao-Akala (LP, 184,111) and Teslim Folarin (PDP, 79,019); results reported on 12 April 2015. His campaign site's "came out 3rd" is wrong. No vote share is stored because total valid votes were not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- The Nation
  2015-07-26: "He finished fifth, behind Governor Abiola Ajimobi, former Governor Rashidi Ladoja of Accord Party, former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala of the Labour Party and Senator Teslim Folarin of People Democratic Party (PDP)."
  He finished fifth, behind Governor Abiola Ajimobi, former Governor Rashidi Ladoja of Accord Party, former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala of the Labour Party and Senator Teslim Folarin of People Democratic Party (PDP).
- The Street Journal (via Wayback)
  2014-12-15: "He has also been given the go-ahead to contest as the party’s Oyo State governorship candidate in the forthcoming 2015 election."
  He has also been given the go-ahead to contest as the party’s Oyo State governorship candidate in the forthcoming 2015 election.
- Premium Times (via Wayback)
  2015-04-12: "The APC polled 327,310, Accord- 254,520, LP – 184,111, PDP – 79,019 and SDP- 54,740."
  The APC polled 327,310, Accord- 254,520, LP – 184,111, PDP – 79,019 and SDP- 54,740.
2015 · Gubernatorial primary
Peoples Democratic Party · Withdrawn · Oyo
Record notes
PDP Oyo governorship primary for the 2015 election, held on Monday 8 December 2014 at Liberty Stadium, Ibadan (Wikipedia's 4 December is not used). Makinde pulled out, as did Adebayo Alao-Akala and others, saying the vote defied an Abuja High Court judgment of 5 December 2014 that only elected ward delegates could vote; Teslim Folarin won with 167 votes. Makinde rejected the result on 10 December and joined the SDP on 15 December 2014. His official profiles say he "was denied" the ticket; the contemporary reports show he boycotted the vote.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Daily Post (NAN)
  2014-12-09: "Sen.Teslim Folarin won the PDP primaries in Oyo State on Monday at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan with 167 votes."
  Sen.Teslim Folarin won the PDP primaries in Oyo State on Monday at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan with 167 votes.
- Leadership (via Wayback)
  2014-12-11: "According to him, he did not participate in the exercise because of a court judgement which ruled that only elected ward delegates were eligible to participate in the party’s primary."
  According to him, he did not participate in the exercise because of a court judgement which ruled that only elected ward delegates were eligible to participate in the party’s primary.
2011 · Senatorial primary
Peoples Democratic Party · Lost · Oyo · Oyo South
Record notes
Having joined the then-ruling PDP around 2010, he sought its Oyo South senatorial ticket for 2011 and did not get it. His official profiles say he lost the primary, reportedly to the sitting senator (Kamorudeen Adedibu); The Nation (2015) says he never received a nomination form, which suggests he was screened out rather than beaten in a vote. No primary date, venue or vote count was found, so no date is stored. He was not a Labour Party candidate in 2011 (a claim no source supports).
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Seyi Makinde 4 President (campaign website)
  "Makinde remained undeterred by his first failed attempt and in 2010; under the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, he aspired for the Oyo South 2011 Senatorial seat but lost the primary to the incumbent Oyo South Senator."
  Makinde remained undeterred by his first failed attempt and in 2010; under the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, he aspired for the Oyo South 2011 Senatorial seat but lost the primary to the incumbent Oyo South Senator.
- The Nation
  2015-07-26: "In 2011, Makinde, who had defected to the then ruling party in the state earlier, participated in the primary for the Senate. But, he did not receive the nomination form from his party."
  In 2011, Makinde, who had defected to the then ruling party in the state earlier, participated in the primary for the Senate. But, he did not receive the nomination form from his party.
- PDP Governors' Forum (official profile)
  2020-06-23: "He remained undeterred by his first failed attempt and in 2010; under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, he aspired for the Oyo South 2011 Senatorial seat but lost out at the party primary."
  He remained undeterred by his first failed attempt and in 2010; under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, he aspired for the Oyo South 2011 Senatorial seat but lost out at the party primary.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2022-12-26: "He contested and lost the Oyo South Senatorial Seat two consecutive times (2007 and 2011 respectively)."
  He contested and lost the Oyo South Senatorial Seat two consecutive times (2007 and 2011 respectively).
2007 · Senatorial election
Lost · Oyo · Oyo South
Record notes
His first run for office: candidate of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP, since merged into the APC and defunct; it has no party record here) for the Oyo South senatorial seat at the National Assembly election of 21 April 2007. He lost to Kamorudeen (Kamoru) Adedibu of the PDP. No vote count for Makinde was found, nor how he became the ANPP candidate.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- PDP Governors' Forum (official profile)
  2020-06-23: "In 2007, Makinde contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) but lost to the Peoples Democratic Party candidate- Kamoru Adedibu."
  In 2007, Makinde contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) but lost to the Peoples Democratic Party candidate- Kamoru Adedibu.
- Inter-Parliamentary Union (PARLINE)
  "Parliamentary elections were held in parallel with the presidential polls on 21 April 2007."
  Parliamentary elections were held in parallel with the presidential polls on 21 April 2007.
- Oyoinsight
  2026-05-07: "Makinde who first contested Oyo south senatorial election in 2007 under the defunct All Nigeria Peoples Party, ANPP"
  Makinde who first contested Oyo south senatorial election in 2007 under the defunct All Nigeria Peoples Party, ANPP
- The Nation
  2015-07-26: "In 2007, he contested the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), but lost the seat to the PDP candidate, Senator Kamorudeen Adedibu."
  In 2007, he contested the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), but lost the seat to the PDP candidate, Senator Kamorudeen Adedibu.

Legislative work

Oyo State 2026 Appropriation Bill
sponsor · signed into law
Governor-initiated executive bill appropriating funds for Oyo State's 2026 fiscal year, tagged 'Budget of Economic Expansion'. Presented by Governor Seyi Makinde to the Oyo State House of Assembly on 24 November 2025 at a proposed outlay of N891,985,074,480.27 (N389.34bn recurrent, N502.65bn capital) against the N684bn approved for 2025. Passed by the Assembly on 18 December 2025 at a total of N892,085,074,480.79 and signed into law by Makinde on 22 December 2025 at the Executive Chambers, Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- von.gov.ng
  The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget of N892,085,074,480.79.
- von.gov.ng
  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has proposed a total of N891.99 billiion Appropriation Bill for the 2026 fiscal year tagged, 'Budget of Economic Expansion' before the House of Assmebly.
- budget.oyostate.gov.ng
  OYO STATE FY 2026 APPROPRIATION LAW" (page heading); "Create Date January 9, 2026" (file metadata: OYO-STATE-FY-2026-APPROPRIATION-LAW.pdf)
- tribuneonlineng.com
  Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Monday signed the N892 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, declaring that the spending plan prioritises production over consumption as a deliberate strategy to grow the state's economy and reduce dependence on federal allocations.

Recognition

Laudable Contribution to Humanity Merit Award
Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Nigerian Union of Journalists (Oyo State Council)-Laudable Contribution to Humanity Merit Award."
  Nigerian Union of Journalists (Oyo State Council)-Laudable Contribution to Humanity Merit Award.
Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE)
Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- P.M. News
  2021-11-03: "His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde, FNSE"
  His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde, FNSE
- The Punch
  2026-05-14: "Today, I, Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, FNSE, announce my candidacy for the position of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the PDP/APM alliance."
  Today, I, Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, FNSE, announce my candidacy for the position of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the PDP/APM alliance.
Oyo State at 50 Merit Award
2026 · Oyo State Government (golden jubilee committee)
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- ThisDay
  2026-02-05: "Former military administrators and governors of Oyo State were on Tuesday night honoured with merit awards at the closing ceremony/award night to celebrate the state’s golden jubilee, held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. Others also honoured include Governor Seyi Makinde; Prof. Bolanle Awe;"
  Former military administrators and governors of Oyo State were on Tuesday night honoured with merit awards at the closing ceremony/award night to celebrate the state’s golden jubilee, held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. Others also honoured include Governor Seyi Makinde; Prof. Bolanle Awe;
- The Punch
  2026-02-05: "Governor Seyi Makinde on Tuesday led the honours of 74 distinguished sons and daughters of the state"
  Governor Seyi Makinde on Tuesday led the honours of 74 distinguished sons and daughters of the state
The Sun Political Personality of the Year 2025
2026 · The Sun Publishing Limited
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- The Sun
  2026-01-06: "The Sun Board of Editors chose him as winner of The Sun Political Personality of the Year Award for 2025."
  The Sun Board of Editors chose him as winner of The Sun Political Personality of the Year Award for 2025.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2026-02-03: "The two awards were presented to Oba Ladoja and Governor Makinde in Saturday in Lagos."
  The two awards were presented to Oba Ladoja and Governor Makinde in Saturday in Lagos.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2026-02-01: "The prestigious award was formally received on his behalf by his Chief of Staff, Otunba (Dr) Segun Ogunwuyi, at the 2025 edition of The Sun Awards ceremony held on Saturday in Lagos."
  The prestigious award was formally received on his behalf by his Chief of Staff, Otunba (Dr) Segun Ogunwuyi, at the 2025 edition of The Sun Awards ceremony held on Saturday in Lagos.
Aare Asoludero of Ibarapaland
2026 · Oba Samuel Adegbola Ajobo Olurin I, Eleruwa of Eruwa, with Ibarapa traditional rulers
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- National Insight News
  2026-09-07: "Governor Makinde was honoured with the title of Aare Asoludero of Ibarapaland, while his wife was conferred with the distinguished title of Yeye Asoludero of Ibarapaland."
  Governor Makinde was honoured with the title of Aare Asoludero of Ibarapaland, while his wife was conferred with the distinguished title of Yeye Asoludero of Ibarapaland.
- Nigerian Tribune (opinion)
  2026-09-08: "Last Saturday in Ibarapaland, the air carried the kind of solemn electricity reserved for moments that bend history. As the traditional rulers gathered, robes flowing, drums rumbling softly beneath the breath of the hills, they conferred the titles Aare Asoludero and Yeye Aare Asoludero on Governor Seyi Makinde and his wife"
  Last Saturday in Ibarapaland, the air carried the kind of solemn electricity reserved for moments that bend history. As the traditional rulers gathered, robes flowing, drums rumbling softly beneath the breath of the hills, they conferred the titles Aare Asoludero and Yeye Aare Asoludero on Governor Seyi Makinde and his wife
- Nigerian Tribune
  Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, and his wife, Engineer Tamunomini Makinde, have been honoured with the chieftaincy titles of Aare Asoludero of Ibarapa Land and Yeye Aare Asoludero of Ibarapa, respectively. The titles were conferred on the couple by the Eleruwa of Eruwa Land, Oba Samuel Adegbola Ajobo Olurin I, during activities marking his first anniversary on the throne and the commissioning of the newly reconstructed Eleruwa Palace in Eruwa, Ibarapa East Local Government Area.
Aare Omoluabi of Akure Kingdom
2025 · Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, Deji of Akure
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- Daily Independent
  2025-07-18: "The governor, who was conferred with the chieftaincy by the Deji of Akure, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, in Akure, on Friday, said the honour was a call to contribute to the uplift of Akure Kingdom."
  The governor, who was conferred with the chieftaincy by the Deji of Akure, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, in Akure, on Friday, said the honour was a call to contribute to the uplift of Akure Kingdom.
- The Punch
  2025-07-19: "My wife, Ominini and I were honoured by the chieftaincy titles of Aare Omoluabi and Yeye Aare Omoluabi of Akure Kingdom conferred on us by His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi CFR, the Deji of Akure Kingdom yesterday."
  My wife, Ominini and I were honoured by the chieftaincy titles of Aare Omoluabi and Yeye Aare Omoluabi of Akure Kingdom conferred on us by His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi CFR, the Deji of Akure Kingdom yesterday.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2025-07-19: "OYO State governor, Seyi Makinde, and his wife, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde, have been installed as the Aare Omoluabi and the Yeye Aare Omoluabi of Akure Kingdom."
  OYO State governor, Seyi Makinde, and his wife, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde, have been installed as the Aare Omoluabi and the Yeye Aare Omoluabi of Akure Kingdom.
- LEADERSHIP
  2025-06-02: "The governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde, has said that he decided on principle not to receive awards or chieftaincy titles until his tenure of office expires."
  The governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde, has said that he decided on principle not to receive awards or chieftaincy titles until his tenure of office expires.
LAWAN Award for Contributions to Labour Development and Poverty Alleviation
2025 · Labour Writers Association of Nigeria (LAWAN)
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Vanguard (read through r.jina.ai)
  2025-11-20: "the Labour Writers Association of Nigeria, LAWAN, honoured him with a prestigious award recognising his exceptional contributions to labour development and poverty alleviation in Oyo State."
  the Labour Writers Association of Nigeria, LAWAN, honoured him with a prestigious award recognising his exceptional contributions to labour development and poverty alleviation in Oyo State.
Independent Newspaper (Daily Independent) Man of the Year 2024
2024 · Independent Newspapers Limited (Daily Independent)
Read the evidence · 4 sources
- punchng.com
  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has been named Man of the Year by Independent Newspapers Limited in recognition of his contributions to governance, democracy, and infrastructure development.
- thecable.ng
  FULL LIST OF AWARDEES ... Seyi Makinde of Oyo state— Man of the Year Award
- Daily Independent
  2025-03-16: "Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has emerged the Independent Newspaper’s 2024 Man of the Year. The award was presented to him at a colourful ceremony, held at Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday night."
  Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has emerged the Independent Newspaper’s 2024 Man of the Year. The award was presented to him at a colourful ceremony, held at Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday night.
- thenationonlineng.net
  Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has emerged the Independent Newspaper's 2024 Man of the Year.
LEADERSHIP Governor of the Year 2023
2024 · LEADERSHIP Group (LEADERSHIP Newspapers)
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- The Nation
  2024-03-06: "on his recognition as the Governor of the Year 2023 by the management of the Leadership Newspaper."
  on his recognition as the Governor of the Year 2023 by the management of the Leadership Newspaper.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2023-12-11: "an award by the Leadership Newspapers as one of the 2023 Governors of the Year. In a report published by the newspaper on Monday, December 11, 2023"
  an award by the Leadership Newspapers as one of the 2023 Governors of the Year. In a report published by the newspaper on Monday, December 11, 2023
- LEADERSHIP
  2024-03-05: "On his part, Makinde received the award for massive infrastructure development projects and good governance in Oyo State, under his watch."
  On his part, Makinde received the award for massive infrastructure development projects and good governance in Oyo State, under his watch.
International Eminent Peace Ambassador Award (IAWPA Peace Award)
2024 · International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA)
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Nigerian Tribune
  2024-09-26: "Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, has been honored with a prestigious Peace Award by the International Association of World Peace Advocates"
  Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, has been honored with a prestigious Peace Award by the International Association of World Peace Advocates
- LEADERSHIP
  2024-09-16: "has announced that it will be giving the highly prestigious International Eminent Peace Ambassador Award to His Excellency Engineer Oluseyi Makinde the Executive Governor of Oyo State."
  has announced that it will be giving the highly prestigious International Eminent Peace Ambassador Award to His Excellency Engineer Oluseyi Makinde the Executive Governor of Oyo State.
Vanguard Governor of the Year 2022
2023 · Vanguard Media Limited
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Vanguard (read through r.jina.ai)
  2023-01-27: "Governors AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Ifeanyi Okowa (Delta), Emmanuel Udom (Akwa Ibom) have received the Vanguard 2022 Governor of the Year Award."
  Governors AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Ifeanyi Okowa (Delta), Emmanuel Udom (Akwa Ibom) have received the Vanguard 2022 Governor of the Year Award.
- LEADERSHIP
  2023-01-07: "Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has been named as the Governor of the Year 2022 by Vanguard newspapers."
  Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has been named as the Governor of the Year 2022 by Vanguard newspapers.
Silverbird Man of the Year 2022
2022 · Silverbird Group (Silverbird Communications)
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- The Sun
  2022-12-31: "The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has emerged the Silverbird Man of the Year for 2022. He garnered the highest number of votes sent in by members of the public ahead of four other shortlisted personalities."
  The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has emerged the Silverbird Man of the Year for 2022. He garnered the highest number of votes sent in by members of the public ahead of four other shortlisted personalities.
- LEADERSHIP
  2023-01-19: "The governor who stated this while receiving a letter notifying him of his election as the Silverbird Communication’s Man of the Year Award"
  The governor who stated this while receiving a letter notifying him of his election as the Silverbird Communication’s Man of the Year Award
- The Punch
  2025-03-16: "Silverbird’s 2022 Man of the Year"
  Silverbird’s 2022 Man of the Year
Outstanding Performance Award in Humanitarian Services
2022 · Community Chest Council (CCC), Oyo State
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Vanguard (read through r.jina.ai)
  2022-12-12: "Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, weekend, received an outstanding performance award in humanitarian services from Community Chest Council (CCC), Oyo State"
  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, weekend, received an outstanding performance award in humanitarian services from Community Chest Council (CCC), Oyo State
Doctor of Science in Engineering (Honoris Causa)
2022 · Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- The Punch
  2022-12-27: "Governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Rivers State, Nyesom Wike; and Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, all received honorary doctorate degrees from Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State in December."
  Governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Rivers State, Nyesom Wike; and Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, all received honorary doctorate degrees from Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State in December.
- Channels Television
  2022-12-09: "Governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Seyi Makinde (Oyo) and Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos) receive honorary doctorate degrees by the Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State on December 9, 2022."
  Governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Seyi Makinde (Oyo) and Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos) receive honorary doctorate degrees by the Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State on December 9, 2022.
- Nigerian Tribune
  2022-12-10: "Governor Makinde was conferred with Doctorate of Science in Engineering (Honoris Causa), Wike was conferred with Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) while Sanwo-Olu was conferred with Doctor of Public Administration (Honoris Causa)."
  Governor Makinde was conferred with Doctorate of Science in Engineering (Honoris Causa), Wike was conferred with Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) while Sanwo-Olu was conferred with Doctor of Public Administration (Honoris Causa).
Governor of the Year 2021 (Security and Youth Empowerment)
2021 · Leadership Excellence Awards
Read the evidence · 1 source
- P.M. News
  2021-11-03: "Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has been honoured with the 2021 Governor of the Year Award in Security and Youth Empowerment."
  Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has been honoured with the 2021 Governor of the Year Award in Security and Youth Empowerment.
Aare Jagunmolu of Ibadanland
2019 · Oba Saliu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso I, Olubadan of Ibadanland
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- P.M. News
  2019-12-15: "Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Olasupo Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1, has conferred the title of Jagunmolu of Ibadanland on the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde."
  Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Olasupo Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1, has conferred the title of Jagunmolu of Ibadanland on the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde.
- Daily Post
  2019-12-15: "The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has announced the conferment of a traditional title of Aare Jagunmolu of Ibadanland on Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state."
  The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has announced the conferment of a traditional title of Aare Jagunmolu of Ibadanland on Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state.
Africa Sustainable Development Award (Good Governance)
2019 · Africa Sustainable Development Awards organising committee
Read the evidence · 1 source
- TheCable (read through r.jina.ai)
  2019-12-13: "Prominent in the list of winners are notable Nigerians such as Oluseyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, who won the “Good Governance” category for his multi-sectoral interventions as governor."
  Prominent in the list of winners are notable Nigerians such as Oluseyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, who won the “Good Governance” category for his multi-sectoral interventions as governor.
CCII Most Patriotic Ibadan Indigene Award
2018 · Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII)
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "CCII 2018 Most Patriotic Ibadan Indigene Award"
  CCII 2018 Most Patriotic Ibadan Indigene Award
- P.M. News
  2018-03-08: "Others were Mr Bayo Adelabu, Deputy Governor (Operations), Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr Seyi Makinde and Mr Alogba Olukoya, President, Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT)"
  Others were Mr Bayo Adelabu, Deputy Governor (Operations), Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr Seyi Makinde and Mr Alogba Olukoya, President, Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT)
Astute Politician of the Year 2018
2017 · Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Ibadan
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (Ibadan) – awarded Seyi “Astute Politician of the Year 2018” for his resilience with which he had continued to assist the less privileged in the society."
  Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (Ibadan) – awarded Seyi “Astute Politician of the Year 2018” for his resilience with which he had continued to assist the less privileged in the society.
CCII National Merit Award
2016 · Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII)
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "CCII National Merit Award."
  CCII National Merit Award.
Humanitarian Ambassador Award
2014 · Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Ibadan
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Oyo State Government official profile (oyostate.gov.ng)
  "Humanitarian Ambassador Award, Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Ibadan – 2014."
  Humanitarian Ambassador Award, Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Ibadan – 2014.

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Governor of Oyo State, Attorney-General of Oyo State & Accountant-General of Oyo State v. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) - request for Oyo contract and payment records

Recorded status: Closed
Type / forum: Civil · Federal High Court, Ibadan (Justice Nkeonye Maha)
Case number: FHC/IB/CS/61/2025
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2026-07-22

Recorded outcome

Brought by his government, with the Governor of Oyo State as 1st plaintiff (official capacity). It won. On 2 June 2025 the EFCC wrote to the Oyo Accountant-General asking for copies of all state contracts and details of payments to contractors from 2021. The state asked the EFCC to name the contractors or companies under investigation; when there was no response, it sued. On 22 July 2026 the court held that Section 38 of the EFCC Act does not allow speculative, blanket demands, called the request a 'fishing expedition', and set aside the 2 June 2025 letter. It declared that any request must be reasonable and tied to specific allegations. Makinde won. The Oyo APC accused him of shielding records; he said the judgment was 'not a victory against the EFCC but a victory for the rule of law'. No EFCC appeal was found as of 29 September 2026. Filed in 2025; the day was not found.

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Punch
2026-07-24: "The governor said the judgment was not a victory against the EFCC but a victory for the rule of law and the principle that institutions must operate within their legal boundaries."
The governor said the judgment was not a victory against the EFCC but a victory for the rule of law and the principle that institutions must operate within their legal boundaries.
Premium Times
2026-07-23: "Delivering judgement on Wednesday in suit FHC/IB/CS/61/2025 filed by the Oyo State Government, Justice Nkeonye Maha held that although the EFCC possesses statutory powers to investigate financial crimes, such powers must be exercised within the limits of the Constitution and the rule of law."
Delivering judgement on Wednesday in suit FHC/IB/CS/61/2025 filed by the Oyo State Government, Justice Nkeonye Maha held that although the EFCC possesses statutory powers to investigate financial crimes, such powers must be exercised within the limits of the Constitution and the rule of law.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

High Chief Rashidi Ladoja (Otun Olubadan) v. Olubadan of Ibadanland (Oba Lekan Balogun), 10 elevated Ibadan Obas & Governor of Oyo State (Seyi Makinde) - elevation of Ibadan high chiefs to beaded-crown Obas

Recorded status: Settled
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Oyo State, Ibadan
Case number: Not recorded
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2024-05-07

Recorded outcome

He was sued in his official capacity as Governor of Oyo State. A chieftaincy dispute; the claimant withdrew. Makinde approved the Olubadan's recommendation to elevate 10 Ibadan high chiefs to crowned Obas and presented staffs of office on 7 July 2023. Former governor Ladoja, next in line on the Otun line, sued the Olubadan, the 10 new Obas and Makinde (12th defendant). He sought declarations that the judicial commission of inquiry reviewing the 1957 Olubadan Chieftaincy Declaration, and any report on the beaded crowns, were unconstitutional and void. After Oba Balogun died and an out-of-court understanding was reached, Ladoja withdrew the suit on 7 May 2024, clearing the way for Oba Owolabi Olakulehin's enthronement as 43rd Olubadan. Filed in July 2023; the day was not found.

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Punch
2024-05-08: "The first defendant in the suit was the late Oba Balogun, while the 12th defendant was Governor Makinde. The second to the 11th defendants were the crowned kings."
The first defendant in the suit was the late Oba Balogun, while the 12th defendant was Governor Makinde. The second to the 11th defendants were the crowned kings.
Daily Post
2023-07-18: "He also distanced himself from the ceremony on Friday, 7th July 2023."
He also distanced himself from the ceremony on Friday, 7th July 2023.
Daily Post
2023-07-12: "Details of the suit are contained in court papers obtained by DAILY POST on Wednesday."
Details of the suit are contained in court papers obtained by DAILY POST on Wednesday.
Punch
2023-07-13: "The Otun Olubadan of Ibadan, Chief Rashidi Ladoja, has dragged the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun to court over the recent elevation of 10 Ibadan High Chiefs to beaded crown-wearing Obas."
The Otun Olubadan of Ibadan, Chief Rashidi Ladoja, has dragged the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun to court over the recent elevation of 10 Ibadan High Chiefs to beaded crown-wearing Obas.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Prince Muhammed Kabir Olaoye v. Soun of Ogbomoso kingmakers, Governor of Oyo State (Seyi Makinde), Attorney-General & ors - selection of Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye as Soun of Ogbomoso

Recorded status: Closed
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Oyo State, Ogbomoso; Court Of Appeal, Ibadan Division
Case number: Not recorded
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2025-02-18

Recorded outcome

He was sued in his official capacity as Governor of Oyo State. A chieftaincy dispute; he was a defendant at trial and a respondent on appeal. A contender for the Soun stool challenged the nomination of Afolabi (Ghandi) Olaoye. Makinde approved Olaoye on 2 September 2023 and the kingmakers installed him on 8 September 2023. On 25 October 2023 the Ogbomoso High Court nullified the selection and installation, ordered a fresh process, and restrained Makinde, the Attorney-General and the Chieftaincy Commissioner from presenting an instrument of office. The state appealed and obtained a stay of execution, and Makinde presented the staff of office on 20 December 2023. The kingmakers and Olaoye appealed (notice dated 30 November 2023), with Makinde listed among the respondents. On 18 February 2025 the Court of Appeal, Ibadan (Justice Yargata Nimpar) held that the trial court lacked jurisdiction because the claimant had not first referred the dispute to the governor. It set the judgment aside and affirmed Olaoye. Kabir Olaoye announced an appeal to the Supreme Court. The Makinde-approved outcome prevailed; the Supreme Court appeal is pending or unknown. Filed in 2022; the day was not found.

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Leadership
2025-02-25: "Kabir had filed a suit in 2022 to challenge the nomination and selection of the then-Prince Olaoye as Soun-elect, citing various breaches in the provisions of the Soun Chieftaincy Declaration, among other things."
Kabir had filed a suit in 2022 to challenge the nomination and selection of the then-Prince Olaoye as Soun-elect, citing various breaches in the provisions of the Soun Chieftaincy Declaration, among other things.
Premium Times
2023-12-24: "The appellants listed Muhammed Kabir Olaoye, Governor Makinde, Oyo State Attorney-General, Oyo State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Ogbomoso North Local Government, the Traditional Council of Ogbomoso North, and Amos Olawole Olaoye, as respondents in the appeal."
The appellants listed Muhammed Kabir Olaoye, Governor Makinde, Oyo State Attorney-General, Oyo State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Ogbomoso North Local Government, the Traditional Council of Ogbomoso North, and Amos Olawole Olaoye, as respondents in the appeal.
Premium Times
2023-10-25: "Justice Adedokun, in his ruling, went on to restrain Governor Makinde, the Attorney-General and the Commissioner for Local Governments and Chieftaincy Matters in Oyo State."
Justice Adedokun, in his ruling, went on to restrain Governor Makinde, the Attorney-General and the Commissioner for Local Governments and Chieftaincy Matters in Oyo State.
Premium Times
2025-02-18: "Mr Nimpar, therefore, set aside the lower court’s judgment and affirmed the selection and installation of Mr Olaoye as the Soun of Ogbomoso."
Mr Nimpar, therefore, set aside the lower court’s judgment and affirmed the selection and installation of Mr Olaoye as the Soun of Ogbomoso.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Enforcement of the Supreme Court LG judgment: Bashorun Majeed Ajuwon & ors (ex-Oyo council officials) v. Governor of Oyo State (Makinde), Attorney-General & 5 others - garnishee proceedings and Makinde's appeal

Recorded status: Closed
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of The Federal Capital Territory, Bwari (Justice A. O. Ebong); Court Of Appeal, Abuja Division
Case number: FCT/HC/BW/M/238/2023; BW/M/85/2023
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2023-12-08

Recorded outcome

Enforcement of the 2021 Supreme Court judgment on the council dissolution; the Governor of Oyo State was the judgment debtor and, on appeal, an appellant (official capacity). He lost the appeal. After the 7 May 2021 Supreme Court judgment, Oyo State computed the ex-officials' entitlement at N4,874,889,425.60, promised in a 13 December 2021 Attorney-General's letter to pay within six months, and paid N1.5 billion in 2022. That left N3,374,889,425.60. The ex-officials, through Musibau Adetunbi SAN, obtained a garnishee order nisi from the FCT High Court (ruling 2 March 2023) against four banks. On 27 April 2023 the judge made it absolute: N1.37bn to be paid at once and N2bn in N500m instalments from 31 July 2023. Makinde and six state officials appealed and sought a stay, arguing that the state could not pay as ordered. On 9 June 2023 the Court of Appeal referred the parties to its mediation (ADR) centre. At the hearing on 23 October 2023 the panel led by Haruna Tsammani questioned the appeal's competence. On 8 December 2023 the Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal with N50m costs against Makinde and others. On 15 December 2023 the FCT High Court attached state funds in 10 banks (N300,000 costs). Makinde said on 22-23 December 2023 that the ex-chairmen 'will not get a dime till the Supreme Court asks us to pay'. He announced a further N2bn payment on 12 April 2024, saying 'we are no longer fighting'. Makinde lost the appeal. Whether the balance was then fully settled was not found. Filed in March 2023; the day was not found.

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Premium Times
2023-06-10: "The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has referred Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and the embattled former local government chairpersons and councillors in the state to the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) centre of the court for the settlement of the outstanding N3.4 billion debt."
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has referred Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and the embattled former local government chairpersons and councillors in the state to the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) centre of the court for the settlement of the outstanding N3.4 billion debt.
Premium Times
2023-10-25: "In partial compliance with the court order, the Oyo State Government computed N4.9 billion (N4,874,889,425.60), out of which it paid N1.5 billion, leaving a balance of N3.4 billion (N3,374,889,425.60)."
In partial compliance with the court order, the Oyo State Government computed N4.9 billion (N4,874,889,425.60), out of which it paid N1.5 billion, leaving a balance of N3.4 billion (N3,374,889,425.60).
Daily Post
2023-12-18: "Justice Ebong delivered the ruling on December 15 on a motion marked: BW/M/85/2023 but its certified true copy (CTC) was released on Monday."
Justice Ebong delivered the ruling on December 15 on a motion marked: BW/M/85/2023 but its certified true copy (CTC) was released on Monday.
Premium Times
2023-12-18: "The outstanding balance of the Supreme Court judgement was N3,374,889,425.60, but the Court of Appeal in Abuja added N50 Million, which it awarded as cost against Mr Makinde and others in a judgement on 8 December dismissing their appeal."
The outstanding balance of the Supreme Court judgement was N3,374,889,425.60, but the Court of Appeal in Abuja added N50 Million, which it awarded as cost against Mr Makinde and others in a judgement on 8 December dismissing their appeal.
Punch
2023-06-04: "Makinde, in a fresh motion and notice of appeal before the Appeal Court, Abuja, urged the court to reverse the order."
Makinde, in a fresh motion and notice of appeal before the Appeal Court, Abuja, urged the court to reverse the order.
Daily Post
2023-12-23: "“But I have news for them; they will not get a dime till the Supreme Court asks us to pay. I will not pay the wrong people."
“But I have news for them; they will not get a dime till the Supreme Court asks us to pay. I will not pay the wrong people.
Premium Times
2023-03-27: "The ruling on the motion marked: FCT/HC/BW/M/238/2023, was delivered by the judge on 2 March but NAN only saw a certified true copy (CTC) or the order on Sunday in Abuja."
The ruling on the motion marked: FCT/HC/BW/M/238/2023, was delivered by the judge on 2 March but NAN only saw a certified true copy (CTC) or the order on Sunday in Abuja.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Sacked Oyo local government chairmen and councillors (ALGON Oyo; later led by Bashorun Majeed Ajuwon) v. Governor of Oyo State (Seyi Makinde) & 6 others - dissolution of elected councils

Recorded status: Closed
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Oyo State, Ibadan; Court Of Appeal, Ibadan Division; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number: SC/CV/556/2020
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2021-05-07

Recorded outcome

He was sued in his official capacity as Governor of Oyo State. He lost. Before Makinde took office, the APC-elected council chairmen and councillors (elected by OYSIEC in 2018 for three years) sued at the Oyo State High Court to challenge Sections 11 and 12 of the Oyo State Local Government Law 2001, which let the governor and House of Assembly dissolve councils. On 6 May 2019 the High Court declared the sections unconstitutional. On 29 May 2019, hours after his inauguration, Makinde dissolved the councils anyway and later appointed PDP caretaker committees; the state appealed. ALGON filed a contempt application (heard in June 2019). On 15 July 2020 the Court of Appeal, Ibadan (Haruna Tsammani reading) ruled for the governor. On 7 May 2021 a five-member Supreme Court panel (lead judgment by Ejembi Eko) allowed the officials' appeal, held the dissolution unlawful, condemned it as 'executive lawlessness', awarded N20 million costs against Makinde, and ordered payment of their salaries and allowances from 29 May 2019 to 11 May 2021. Makinde lost. On 10 May 2021 he said he would obey and pay; enforcement continued in a separate garnishee case. Suit numbers at the High Court and Court of Appeal were not found; Punch prints the Supreme Court number as SC.CV/556/2021.

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Premium Times
2020-07-15: "Justice Haruna Tsamani read the judgment in the presence of the two other judges who were members of the three-member panel of the court of appeal."
Justice Haruna Tsamani read the judgment in the presence of the two other judges who were members of the three-member panel of the court of appeal.
Punch
2023-06-04: "For his unlawful act, the apex court awarded N20 million cost against Makinde, in favour of the sacked LG officials."
For his unlawful act, the apex court awarded N20 million cost against Makinde, in favour of the sacked LG officials.
Premium Times
2021-05-07: "The apex court also noted that the replacement of the sacked officials with caretaker committees was illegal and fined Mr Makinde’s administration N20 million."
The apex court also noted that the replacement of the sacked officials with caretaker committees was illegal and fined Mr Makinde’s administration N20 million.
Daily Post
2021-05-07: "It held that the Governor acted “invidiously and in contemptuous disregard of a High Court judgement”, when he dissolved the democratically elected Chairmen and Councillors, and appointed Caretaker Committees in their stead."
It held that the Governor acted “invidiously and in contemptuous disregard of a High Court judgement”, when he dissolved the democratically elected Chairmen and Councillors, and appointed Caretaker Committees in their stead.
Daily Post
2019-06-18: "An Ibadan High Court on Tuesday, fixed July 30 to hear a contempt suit filed by the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) , Oyo State Chapter, against Gov. Seyi Makinde on the dissolution of 33 Local Governments and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in the state."
An Ibadan High Court on Tuesday, fixed July 30 to hear a contempt suit filed by the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) , Oyo State Chapter, against Gov. Seyi Makinde on the dissolution of 33 Local Governments and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in the state.
Premium Times
2023-03-27: "In its judgment on 6 May 2019 the Oyo State High Court declared Sections 11 and 12 of the state’s Local Government Law 2001 as unconstitutional, on the grounds that it violated Section 7(1) of the Constitution."
In its judgment on 6 May 2019 the Oyo State High Court declared Sections 11 and 12 of the state’s Local Government Law 2001 as unconstitutional, on the grounds that it violated Section 7(1) of the Constitution.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Basorun of Oyo (High Chief Yusuf Ayoola Layinka) & 4 other Oyomesi kingmakers v. Governor of Oyo State (Seyi Makinde), Attorney-General & Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters - selection of the Alaafin of Oyo

Recorded status: Closed
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Oyo State, Oyo/Awe (Justice Ladiran Akintola); Appeal To The Court Of Appeal
Case number: HOY/38/2023 (withdrawn); HOY/41/2023
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2024-04-16

Recorded outcome

He was sued in his official capacity as Governor of Oyo State. A chieftaincy dispute; struck out on a preliminary objection, not decided on the merits. Five of the seven Oyomesi said that at a meeting on 30 September (2022, per Premium Times' later report that the name was forwarded 'since last year') they had selected Prince Lukman Gbadegesin (Agunloye ruling house) as Alaafin. They sued to stop Makinde from aborting their process, recognising another candidate, or dissolving the Oyomesi. They withdrew suit HOY/38/2023 on 2 November 2023 and refiled. On 16 April 2024 Justice Ladiran Akintola upheld the defendants' preliminary objection: there was no proof that the governor had been notified of the selection, a condition precedent. He struck out the suit without hearing the merits. The kingmakers' counsel, Kunle Sobaloju SAN, filed a notice of appeal. Makinde appointed Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as Alaafin on 10 January 2025. The appeal's outcome was not found. Punch prints the substitute suit number as HOY/14/2023. Filed in October 2023; the day was not found.

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Premium Times
2023-11-09: "The claimants in the suit marked, HOY/41/2023, are all High Chiefs with with recognised titles."
The claimants in the suit marked, HOY/41/2023, are all High Chiefs with with recognised titles.
Punch
2023-11-03: "Justice Ladiran Akintola struck out the suit after the counsel for the kingmakers, Kazeem Sobaloju (SAN), represented by I.B Olayinka, opted to withdraw it."
Justice Ladiran Akintola struck out the suit after the counsel for the kingmakers, Kazeem Sobaloju (SAN), represented by I.B Olayinka, opted to withdraw it.
Punch
2024-04-19: "The failure to serve the notice of the outcome on the governor thereby affects the substantive case, and as such, the case was struck out."
The failure to serve the notice of the outcome on the governor thereby affects the substantive case, and as such, the case was struck out.
Premium Times
2023-10-26: "The Oyomesi in Council, whose members also serve as the kingmakers of Oyo town, has dragged Governor Seyi Makinde to court over the vacant stool of Alaafin of Oyo."
The Oyomesi in Council, whose members also serve as the kingmakers of Oyo town, has dragged Governor Seyi Makinde to court over the vacant stool of Alaafin of Oyo.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Allied Peoples Movement (APM) v. INEC, Seyi Makinde & PDP - Oyo State Governorship Election Petition (2023)

Recorded status: Dismissed
Type / forum: Electoral · Oyo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, Ibadan (Justice Ejiro Emudainohwo, Chair)
Case number: Not recorded
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2023-07-13

Recorded outcome

The APM (the party Makinde later joined, and whose 2027 presidential candidate he now is) petitioned against his 18 March 2023 re-election. It claimed its votes were not recorded in many polling units. Its candidate, Adeniran Oluwaseyi, who polled 303 votes, was not a petitioner and had congratulated Makinde. APM counsel Henry Bello applied to withdraw. Makinde's counsel Kunle Kalejaye asked for dismissal and N10m punitive costs. On 13 July 2023 the tribunal unanimously dismissed the petition as frivolous and awarded N1m costs each to Makinde and the PDP against the APM. Makinde won.

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Leadership
2023-04-18: "The tribunal’s secretary, Ibrahim Sada, who disclosed this yesterday in Ibadan said the first petition against the outcome of the governorship election was filed by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and its candidate, Adeniran Oluwaseyi while Action Alliance (AA) and its candidate, Babatunde Ajala, filed the second petition."
The tribunal’s secretary, Ibrahim Sada, who disclosed this yesterday in Ibadan said the first petition against the outcome of the governorship election was filed by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and its candidate, Adeniran Oluwaseyi while Action Alliance (AA) and its candidate, Babatunde Ajala, filed the second petition.
Punch
2023-07-13: "The tribunal in its unanimous ruling read by its Chairman, Justice Ejiron Emudainohwo, dismissed the petition and awarded N1 million each as cost in favour of Makinde and PDP against APM."
The tribunal in its unanimous ruling read by its Chairman, Justice Ejiron Emudainohwo, dismissed the petition and awarded N1 million each as cost in favour of Makinde and PDP against APM.
Daily Post
2023-07-13: "She added that it was scandalous for the petition to be filed 46 days after the party was aware their candidate was not interested in it."
She added that it was scandalous for the petition to be filed 46 days after the party was aware their candidate was not interested in it.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Adebayo Adelabu & APC v. INEC, Seyi Makinde & PDP - Oyo State Governorship Election Petition (2019)

Recorded status: Dismissed
Type / forum: Electoral · Oyo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, Ibadan; Court Of Appeal, Ibadan Division; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number: Not recorded
Filed: Not recorded
Resolved: 2019-12-18

Recorded outcome

Petition challenging Makinde's election as Oyo State Governor dismissed by the Oyo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, Ibadan (16 September 2019); on 18 December 2019 the Supreme Court set aside the Court of Appeal's majority judgment and restored the tribunal's dismissal, affirming Makinde's election.

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saharareporters.com
In the petition, Adelabu listed Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as the first respondent, while Makinde and the PDP are second and third respondents, respectively.
channelstv.com
The Appeal Court had earlier ruled against the election tribunal in Oyo State which dismissed a petition by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Adebayo Adelabu.
punchng.com
In upturning the Court of Appeal’s majority judgment of four against one, the apex court restored the judgment of the Oyo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal which had declared Makinde and his party, the Peoples Democratic Party, the winner of the election.
dailypost.ng
But, in a unanimous judgment delivered on Monday by Justice Sirajo Muhammed on behalf of the three-member panel, the tribunal averred that the petitioners, Chief Bayo Adelabu and the APC failed to prove the allegation of corrupt practices, over-voting, improper accreditation, inaccurate ballot counting and non-compliance with the 2010 Electoral Act (as amended).
premiumtimesng.com
The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, against the decision of the Court of Appeal.

Record checked 26 Sept 2026

Seyi Makinde & Allied Peoples Movement v. Governor of Abia State (Alex Otti), Attorney-General of Abia State, Abia State Signage and Advertisement Agency & Abia State House of Assembly - N200m presidential campaign billboard fee

Recorded status: On Trial
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Abia State, Umuahia Judicial Division
Case number: HU/214/2026
Filed: 2026-09-17
Resolved: Not recorded

Recorded outcome

Brought by him as APM presidential candidate, with the party. Pending. As APM presidential candidate, Makinde and the party challenge a N200m fee imposed by the Abia signage agency on presidential candidates who want to display campaign materials. They argue it breaches the Constitution and the Electoral Act 2026 (sections 92, 99(1) and 99(2)) and ask for the regulations to be set aside and for an injunction against removing their billboards. Counsel is Musibau Adetunbi SAN. No ruling was found as of 29 September 2026.

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Punch
2026-09-20: "The suit, shared with our correspondent on Sunday, was marked HU/214/2026 and filed before the Abia State High Court, Umuahia Judicial Division, on September 17, by the plaintiffs’ lawyer, Musibau Adetunbi, SAN, alongside Ire Egert-Olusesi, Ridwan Azeez, Oluwabusola Oluwaniyi and Joseph Lukman of Musibau Adetunbi, SAN & Co., Ibadan."
The suit, shared with our correspondent on Sunday, was marked HU/214/2026 and filed before the Abia State High Court, Umuahia Judicial Division, on September 17, by the plaintiffs’ lawyer, Musibau Adetunbi, SAN, alongside Ire Egert-Olusesi, Ridwan Azeez, Oluwabusola Oluwaniyi and Joseph Lukman of Musibau Adetunbi, SAN & Co., Ibadan.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Alaafin of Oyo v. Governor of Oyo State & Attorney-General of Oyo State (Baale/Oloja of Ago-Oja chieftaincy) - motion for injunction in Supreme Court Appeal No. SC/404/2018

Recorded status: On Trial
Type / forum: Civil · Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number: SC/404/2018 (earlier HOY/46/2006; CA/I/90/2008)
Filed: 2026-01-30
Resolved: Not recorded

Recorded outcome

A chieftaincy appeal begun long before he took office; the 2026 motion seeks orders against the Governor of Oyo State (official capacity) over his own elevation of the Ago-Oja stool. The filed date is the date of the motion. The litigation was begun by the late Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, long before Makinde took office. The High Court (31 July 2007) and the Court of Appeal (8 December 2017) declared that the Baale of Ago-Oja title did not exist. In a motion dated 30 January 2026, filed in the pending Supreme Court appeal, the Alaafin asked the court to restrain the Governor and Attorney-General from recreating or elevating the Ago-Oja stool and from crowning Alhaji Ganiyu Busari. The motion also sought to set aside Oyo State Gazette No. 01, Vol. 50 of 17 January 2025 as it relates to that stool. The Alaafin's counsel wrote to Makinde on 8 February 2026 warning of contempt. The state, through Information Commissioner Dotun Oyelade, said it had done due diligence and would proceed. Makinde elevated 14 Oyo chiefs, including the Oloja of Ago-Oja, on 13 February 2026. No hearing date or ruling was found.

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Punch
2026-02-13: "“Nothing will stop the state government from performing its constitutional and lawful roles in all facets of governance, including issues covering the Oyo State Obas and Chiefs matters,” he said."
“Nothing will stop the state government from performing its constitutional and lawful roles in all facets of governance, including issues covering the Oyo State Obas and Chiefs matters,” he said.
Punch
2026-02-11: "In a motion on notice dated January 30, 2026, and filed in Appeal No. SC/404/2018, the Alaafin of Oyo is seeking orders of interlocutory and mandatory injunctions against the Governor of Oyo State and the Attorney-General of Oyo State."
In a motion on notice dated January 30, 2026, and filed in Appeal No. SC/404/2018, the Alaafin of Oyo is seeking orders of interlocutory and mandatory injunctions against the Governor of Oyo State and the Attorney-General of Oyo State.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Abiola Ajimobi v. Governor of Oyo State (Seyi Makinde), Attorney-General & 2 others - revocation of Agodi GRA land

Recorded status: On Trial
Type / forum: Civil · High Court Of Oyo State, Ibadan (Chief Judge Munta Abimbola)
Case number: I/183/2020, I/184/2020, I/185/2020, I/186/2020
Filed: 2020-02-12
Resolved: Not recorded

Recorded outcome

He was sued in his official capacity as Governor of Oyo State. Pending as far as found: no final judgment was found. Former governor Abiola Ajimobi sued his successor, the Attorney-General, the Commissioner for Lands and the Lands Ministry over the revocation of his Agodi GRA property. The notice of intention to revoke was dated 31 January 2020 and the revocation order 10 February 2020. He sought a perpetual injunction and N15m costs, and alleged a forcible entry on 17 October 2019. The government said the plots were revoked for 'alteration of land use' and in the overriding public interest. On 2 March 2020 the Chief Judge ordered both sides to keep off the land pending the motion. No final judgment was found. Ajimobi died on 25 June 2020, and whether the suits were continued, abated or withdrawn was not found.

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Daily Post
2020-03-03: "Abimbola then ordered the counsel to advise their clients not go to or take any action on the said land pending the determination of the pending motion."
Abimbola then ordered the counsel to advise their clients not go to or take any action on the said land pending the determination of the pending motion.
Premium Times
2020-02-14: "The lawsuit was filed on Wednesday, February 12, at the High Court of Justice of Oyo State in the Ibadan Judicial Division, by a former Attorney General of the State, Ojo Adebayo."
The lawsuit was filed on Wednesday, February 12, at the High Court of Justice of Oyo State in the Ibadan Judicial Division, by a former Attorney General of the State, Ojo Adebayo.

Record checked 15 Oct 2026

Assets & declarations

Declarations are shown individually, with their year and source. They are not added together as a net-worth estimate.

2019 · Company Shares

Declared to: Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Oyo State office, Ibadan
Recorded amount: ₦48,150,736,889

Seyi Makinde's 2019 asset declaration (CCB form marked OYSE/2019/001, in the name Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, sworn at the High Court of Oyo State on 28 May 2019 and made public on 15 July 2019): the declared current value of his companies stood at N48,150,736,889 with 33,730,000 units of shares as at 28 May 2019. Companies listed: Makon Engineering and Technical Services Ltd, Makon Oil and Gas Ltd, Makon Power System Ltd, Makon Group Ltd, Makon Construction Ltd and Energy Traders and Technical Services Ltd. The same declaration also listed cash at hand and in bank of N234,742,296.01 plus US$30,056.99; landed properties (developed and undeveloped) and household items of N2,624,800,500 / US$4,400,000, covering nine buildings in Nigeria, two in the USA and one in South Africa; Eurobonds of US$3,793,500; shares, debentures and other securities of N120,500,000; and N3.389bn of company loan notes.

Read the evidence · 5 sources

dailytrust.com
The current value of Makinde’s companies stand at N48,150,736,889 with 33,730,000 units of shares as at May 28, 2019 in the statement.
punchng.com
The details showed the current value of Makinde’s companies stand at N48,150,736,889, with 33,730,000 units of shares as of May 28, 2019.
citypeopleonline.com
Details of the assets as contained in the CCB 1 with the name Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, which was declared at the High Court of Oyo State, on May 28, 2019, indicated that the Governor is worth over N48 billion. The assets declaration form, marked OYSE/2019/001 ... The details showed the current value of Makinde’s companies stand at N48, 150,736,889 ... with 33, 730,000 units of shares as at May 28, 2019.
vanguardngr.com
His N48 billion asset net worth, earned from his chains of elite businesses, straddling engineering and technical services, energy, oil and gas, construction, et al, is staggering and intimidating.
thecable.ng
In 2019, Makinde was worth over N48 billion when he declared his assets.

Record checked 26 Sept 2026

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