Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has issued a strong warning to politicians planning to manipulate the 2027 governorship election in the state, declaring that anyone attempting to rig the polls “will be met with madness.”
In a viral video circulating on social media, the governor cautioned political actors against plotting to undermine the electoral process, stressing that Oyo voters are now more politically aware and will resist any form of manipulation.
Makinde said, “In a few months, I will be out of here. I have already started preparations for the transition.
In 2027, other players will be there. If they think attacking Seyi Makinde and politicising this issue will make the people vote for them, maybe they should think again. Oyo State people are wiser.”
Speaking further, he warned those contemplating election malpractice to rethink their plans.
“The next set of leaders will be the ultimate deciders. If you think you can rig the gubernatorial elections in Oyo State in 2027, think again. Were, la n fi wo were (madness will be met with madness),” he said.
The governor’s latest remarks come months after he declared that the choice of who succeeds him in 2027 lies strictly with the people of Oyo State, not political godfathers or those claiming entitlement.
He made that statement in October during the zonal stakeholders’ consultative forum and engagement meeting for the 2026 Budget in Ibadan.
At the time, Makinde stated, “Oyo State has gone beyond the era of politics based on entitlement or propaganda. The decision of who becomes the next governor rests with all eligible voters in this state.”
Meanwhile, the governor recently addressed speculations about his own political plans amid rising discussions about the 2027 presidential race.
During a visit to Fashola Farm in Oyo town on Friday, Makinde said he is qualified to run for president but will make his intentions known at the appropriate time.
“I am capable of making my own decisions,” he said. “I will address the issue publicly when the time is right.”
Makinde, now in his second term, has continued to emphasise institutional reforms and citizen-driven governance as the foundation for Oyo State’s political future.
