Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), has unveiled the party's "reset Nigeria" agenda, aimed at addressing Nigeria's pressing economic, education, security, and socio-political challenges. Speaking at the APM's North-West Zonal Town Hall Meeting in Katsina, Katsina State, Makinde emphasized that the party's campaign would focus on its reset agenda. This initiative is part of the APM's nationwide town hall meetings, planned by the Makinde-Daura Campaign Organisation across the six geopolitical zones.
Makinde stated that the 2027 election would not be about individual political parties, but rather about the APC versus Nigerians. He urged citizens to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the election, stressing that Nigeria's interests supersede those of individuals or political systems. The governor encouraged Nigerians to get their PVCs, emphasizing that the country is greater than any individual or political system.
The APM candidate outlined his vision for Nigeria's economy, seeking to build an economy that operates round the clock. He argued that natural resources alone are insufficient for guaranteeing prosperity without skills, knowledge, and intensive production. Makinde emphasized the need for a comprehensive economic reset, focusing on skills development, knowledge acquisition, and increased productivity.
Makinde also promised to overhaul the education sector, with a focus on establishing accurate data on out-of-school children and developing measures to return them to school. This move aims to address the country's education challenges and provide opportunities for young Nigerians. The APM candidate's education plan seeks to improve access to quality education and reduce the number of out-of-school children.
On security, Makinde proposed a review of Nigeria's security architecture, advocating for greater involvement of state governments in mining activities. He recommended that the Federal Government consider devolving mining responsibilities to the states, with the centre retaining an oversight role. This arrangement, Makinde argued, could help address illegal mining and associated security challenges.
The APM's "reset Nigeria" agenda is designed to address the country's multifaceted challenges, including economic, security, and socio-political issues. Makinde's campaign strategy focuses on issue-based engagement with the electorate, highlighting the party's vision for Nigeria's future. The APM candidate emphasized his commitment to resetting Nigeria's economy, education system, and security architecture.
As the 2027 polls approach, Makinde's "reset Nigeria" agenda has become a central plank of the APM's campaign. The party's nationwide town hall meetings aim to engage with citizens and promote its vision for Nigeria's future. With a focus on issue-based campaigning, the APM seeks to present a comprehensive alternative to the current political landscape.
Key points
- - APM's presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde, outlines party's 'reset Nigeria' agenda to address economic, security, and socio-political challenges ahead of 2027 polls. - Makinde emphasizes the need for a comprehensive economic reset, focusing on skills development, knowledge acquisition, and increased productivity. - The APM candidate proposes a review of Nigeria's security architecture, advocating for greater involvement of state governments in mining activities.
