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Former Alliance for Democracy (AD) Whip in the House of Representatives, Babatunde Oduyoye, has said that Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde would not join the 2027 presidential race through the backdoor
He said contrary to widespread claim that Makinde has thrown his hat into the ring, he said the governor has not made any categorical statement on any ambition.
Oduyoye, who was Makinde’s Special Adviser on Strategy and Political Matters during his first term, described the governor as a strategic planner who would put some things in place before taking such an important decision.
He said since the governor has not taken certain steps, which he ordinarily would have taken, if he were to be truly interested in running for president, the ambition may be coming from well-wishers who want him to move higher on the political ladder.
Oduyoye maintained that Makinde has not taken a decision, adding that he has not done what he is known for as a strategic politician.
He said: “I have read the reports that Governor Makinde has declared his presidential ambition for 2027, but I have not read anyone with the exact quote from the governor.
“I know Governor Makinde and I know what he will do if he is interested in running for president. As of now, the governor has not done those things. So, I am sure that this ambition is coming from his well-wishers.
“Governor Makinde has never been one to shy away from challenges, and he is certainly not going to join the presidential race through the back door; he is not cowardly. I know him; I know what he will do if and when that time comes.”
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