Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has issued a stern warning to political actors plotting to manipulate the 2027 governorship election, declaring that anyone planning to rig the polls “will be met with madness.”
Makinde delivered the warning on Monday while addressing issues surrounding the Ibadan Circular Road during the presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill at the Oyo State House of Assembly.
The governor cautioned those attempting to politicise ongoing state issues, particularly the Circular Road controversy, saying such tactics will not influence voters in 2027.
“In a few months, I will be out of here. I have already started preparations for the transition,” Makinde said.
“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 stressed that residents are now more politically conscious and will resist any attempt to manipulate their will.
Makinde further warned individuals or groups contemplating electoral malpractice to abandon such plans, insisting that the 2027 election will reflect the true will of the people.
“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.
