The Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation has announced that its 2027 presidential election campaign will prioritize issues and broad-based consultations with citizens and stakeholders across Nigeria. This approach was disclosed by Mr. Tony Ehilebo, Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The campaign's strategy aims to engage citizens in discussions on critical national issues.
As preparations for the 2027 elections intensify, political parties are widening their engagements. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set a deadline of January 15, 2027, for campaign activities. Ehilebo stated that nationwide consultations and grassroots mobilization have commenced, starting with zonal town hall meetings. These meetings will provide opportunities for citizens to discuss issues affecting the country.
The zonal town hall meetings are scheduled to begin in Katsina, the Katsina State capital, on September 22, 2026, for the North-West zone. Subsequent meetings will be held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on September 25 for the South-South zone; Lafia, Nasarawa State, on September 28 for the North-Central zone; and Enugu, Enugu State, on September 30 for the South-East zone. Dates for the remaining zones will be announced later.
According to Ehilebo, the town hall meetings will focus on critical issues of national importance, particularly those affecting the nation's stability and citizens' well-being. The meetings aim to promote issue-based and citizen-driven discussions. Makinde's "Reset Nigeria" agenda seeks to build a country with accessible, accountable, and service-driven leaders, ensuring transparent application of national resources for citizens' benefit.
The campaign organisation has reported growing support for Makinde and his running mate, Alhaji Lawal Daura. Recent indications of the party's growing popularity include the APM's victory in the Bauchi State House of Assembly bye-election. Ehilebo expressed confidence in the party's chances in the upcoming elections.
The Makinde/Daura campaign's focus on citizen engagement and issue-based discussions reflects a shift towards a more inclusive and participatory approach to politics. By engaging citizens in the campaign process, the APM aims to build a stronger connection with the electorate and promote a more representative government.
As the 2027 elections approach, Nigerians will be watching closely to see how the various campaigns unfold. With its emphasis on citizen engagement and issue-based discussions, the Makinde/Daura campaign is positioning itself as a frontrunner in the election. The campaign's success will depend on its ability to effectively engage citizens and address the country's critical issues.
Key points
- The Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation will focus on issue-based and citizen-driven engagements in its 2027 presidential election campaign.
- The campaign will commence zonal town hall meetings in various states across Nigeria, starting with Katsina on September 22, 2026.
- Makinde's "Reset Nigeria" agenda aims to build a country with accessible, accountable, and service-driven leaders.
