ADO-EKITI — The political landscape ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election has taken a fresh turn as members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State have declared support for Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, who is seeking the presidency on the platform of the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM).
The development signals a growing cross-party alignment around Makinde’s presidential ambition and could strengthen his efforts to build a broad national coalition ahead of the 2027 polls.
The Ekiti PDP supporters reportedly expressed their backing for Makinde at a gathering in the state, describing his political credentials, administrative experience and record in Oyo State as among the factors influencing their decision.
The endorsement is particularly significant because it underscores the possibility of political support extending beyond Makinde’s APM platform, as opposition actors and grassroots supporters explore new alliances ahead of the presidential contest.
Makinde, who has emerged as the APM’s presidential candidate, has consistently advocated greater cooperation among opposition forces, arguing that political fragmentation could undermine efforts to present a credible alternative at the national level.
The latest development in Ekiti could therefore provide fresh momentum to that strategy, particularly in the Southwest, where political realignments are expected to play a major role in determining the outcome of the 2027 election.
For the APM, the endorsement offers an opportunity to demonstrate that Makinde’s candidacy can attract support outside the party’s conventional political structure.
For the PDP supporters involved, the move represents a strategic political choice as the opposition landscape continues to evolve ahead of the election.
The development is also expected to intensify attention on other states, with political observers watching closely to determine whether similar grassroots endorsements emerge in other parts of the country.
As the 2027 race gradually takes shape, Makinde’s ability to translate such cross-party endorsements into a coordinated national political structure could become a crucial test of his presidential campaign.
With Ekiti now emerging as a new point of convergence around his ambition, the Makinde campaign appears to be entering a phase where alliances, rather than party boundaries alone, could define the battle for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027.
