Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, the presidential candidate of the Accord Party, and Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, have agreed to work together to form a Government of National Unity after the 2027 presidential election. The two leaders met in Ibadan, Oyo State, and expressed their commitment to a peaceful political transition and a broad-based government focused on rebuilding the country and restoring national unity. They aim to defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the upcoming election.
According to Olawepo-Hashim, the alliance is not merely about defeating the ruling party at the polls, but about ensuring a stable and united Nigeria through a post-election Government of National Unity. He emphasized that the country's challenges require a national response and that a narrow, winner-takes-all approach to governance is no longer feasible. Olawepo-Hashim posted on his verified Facebook page that they are working hard to defeat the government of misery and hardship.
The Accord Party candidate stressed that a post-APC Nigeria would require the participation of competent and patriotic Nigerians from across political parties and backgrounds. He noted that Nigeria's 12 years of virulent division require a united effort to bring the nation together. Olawepo-Hashim's meeting with Makinde represents a continuation of broader consultations among political leaders committed to peaceful political change, stability, and national reconciliation.
Olawepo-Hashim disclosed that there had been prior consultations with other presidential candidates on the formation of a post-Tinubu Government of National Unity and that the idea is gaining traction. He said that political differences should not prevent cooperation among leaders after the election where such cooperation is necessary to stabilise and rebuild the country. The proposed Government of National Unity would focus on restoring national cohesion and rebuilding public confidence.
The alliance between Olawepo-Hashim and Makinde aims to mobilise competent Nigerians to address the country's economic and security challenges. Olawepo-Hashim added that Nigeria belongs to all of us and that after the election, the country must be put first. The two leaders agreed on the need for unity, not just to achieve peaceful change, but a stable and united Nigeria.
Olawepo-Hashim said the journey towards a Government of National Unity starts now, with a clear understanding amongst leaders. The Accord Party candidate and Makinde are committed to working together to ensure a peaceful and stable political transition in Nigeria. Their alliance is seen as a significant move towards achieving a united and stable Nigeria.
The key to the success of the proposed Government of National Unity lies in its ability to bring together competent and patriotic Nigerians from across political parties and backgrounds. The alliance between Olawepo-Hashim and Makinde has the potential to reshape Nigeria's political landscape and provide a new direction for the country.
Key points
- Olawepo-Hashim and Makinde have agreed to form a Government of National Unity after defeating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.
- The proposed Government of National Unity would focus on restoring national cohesion, rebuilding public confidence, strengthening institutions, and mobilising competent Nigerians to address the country's economic and security challenges.
- The alliance between Olawepo-Hashim and Makinde represents a continuation of broader consultations among political leaders committed to peaceful political change, stability, and national reconciliation.
