Newsletter 137: Navigating Economic Strain and Political Transition with Clarity and Responsibility – Seyi Makinde 

I hope you are keeping well despite the economic and political realities we currently face.

Recently, we took steps to ease the impact of rising fuel prices on our civil servants by approving an additional N10,000/month for the next three months. They will start receiving this allowance from this month – April 2026. We will continue to identify practical ways to support small businesses, artisans, and others in the private sector, so that the burden does not become overwhelming.

On the political front, I am aware of the concerns many of you have expressed. I remain grateful for your prayers and words of encouragement, whether shared directly or through our various media channels. May I request that these prayers are not just for me, but for our State and our country, that we may continue to place the collective good above personal interests as we navigate this transition period.

I also recognise the question on many minds as we begin the process of identifying candidates who will serve our State from 2027. I do not take lightly the trust reposed in me by those who say they are waiting for my direction.

We are approaching that point of decision. I have been consulting widely with our elders, fathers of faith, and other critical stakeholders, and I remain fully aware of the responsibility that this decision carries.

At this time, while a number of individuals have emerged as frontrunners, I have not disclosed my position to anyone. Any information suggesting otherwise is false. As earlier indicated, all consultations will be concluded by the end of the first week in May, and my position will be made public thereafter.

There have also been questions about the platform on which we will proceed. For now, we await the decision of the Supreme Court regarding our party, the Peoples Democratic Party. Once that decision is delivered, we will communicate our next steps clearly.

Thank you once again for the trust you continue to place in me. I remain guided by the responsibility to act in the best interests of the good people of Oyo State.

We will continue to move forward with clarity, with responsibility, and with a firm commitment to the future we are building together.

Talk to you again soon,