Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has issued a strong caution to politicians reportedly planning to tamper with the 2027 governorship election, declaring that anyone attempting to rig the process “will be met with madness.”
In a video that has now gone viral, the governor said residents of Oyo State have become more politically conscious and will not accept any form of electoral interference.
Makinde, who remarked that his administration was gradually winding down, stressed that the political environment in 2027 would be driven by new players.
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“In a few months, I will be out of here. I have already started preparations for the transition.
“In 2027, other players will be there. If they think attacking Seyi Makinde and politicising this issue will make the people vote for them, maybe they should think again. Oyo State people are wiser,” he said.
He also urged individuals considering manipulating the polls to drop such intentions, emphasising that the electorate will ultimately decide the state’s future leadership.
“The next set of leaders will be the ultimate deciders. If you think you can rig the gubernatorial elections in Oyo State in 2027, think again. ‘Were la n fi wo were’ (We will use madness to cure madness),” he said.