Fayose claims Oyo Governor Makinde agreed to be Atiku’s running mate for ADC 2027 elections, sidelining Peter Obi, with follow-up meeting in Dubai
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has alleged that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, agreed to join former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as his running mate under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform ahead of the 2027 general election.
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In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, Fayose said the meeting took place at the Hilltop residence of former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida in Minna, Niger State.
According to him, the closed-door meeting discussed political realities, potential alliances, and ticket configurations for the 2027 elections.
Fayose claimed that Makinde’s agreement came with the condition that he would receive the party’s vice-presidential ticket.
The former governor also alleged that Makinde pledged N10 billion, to be released in two tranches, as an initial contribution to the ADC, with further funding promised at the start of the campaign.
The statement, titled “Between Atiku and Makinde, Untold Story of What Happened in Minna Yesterday,” further claims that Makinde committed to delivering Southwest delegates for the ADC primary and using his wife’s influence in the South-South to secure additional support. Fayose added that a follow-up meeting is scheduled to take place in Dubai within the next two weeks.
Fayose’s account also suggested that Peter Obi was sidelined during the Minna meeting due to concerns about his willingness to serve as Atiku’s running mate and his acceptance in northern regions.
According to Fayose, Atiku is reportedly 70% certain of securing the ADC ticket, having ensured that the party’s presidential ticket would not be zoned.
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The former governor’s disclosure provides an early insight into possible alignments and financial arrangements as political actors prepare for the 2027 elections.
