OYO 2027: Continuity, Consolidation and the Case for Segun Ogunwuyi By Femi Ajiboye

The enduring principle of governance, both in law and political science, is anchored on continuity and progressive consolidation. Put simply, you do not dismantle a working system, you reform what is deficient and preserve what is productive.

This doctrine, often situated within the continuity model of governance, is both jurisprudentially sound and politically pragmatic. It is on this basis that I strongly submit that Otunba Dr Segun Ogunwuyi represents a credible and strategic successor to HE Engr Seyi Makinde.

In administrative law and governance theory, there is a presumption of regularity in public institutions, meaning that systems already delivering public good should not be arbitrarily disrupted.

The Makinde administration has established a governance framework defined by infrastructural renewal, institutional reforms and fiscal discipline.

The logical question, therefore, is not whether to change direction, but who