Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde says he expects a landslide victory for the Allied People’s Movement (APM) in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Both outlets report that he makes this prediction while welcoming supporters transferring to the party.
The reports also describe political realignments around APM. The Punch says Makinde welcomes thousands of people described as APC defectors, while Vanguard links the defections to APM’s presidential bid by Makinde and mentions Adelabu’s aide and loyalists defecting. While the outlets differ on the specific individuals and the scale of the defections, they agree that Makinde frames the movement toward APM as strengthening the party’s prospects for the 2027 vote. The items do not provide detailed electoral forecasts or evidence beyond the defections and Makinde’s stated expectation.
