Oyo LG Elections: PDP Triumphs, Revealing Makinde's Popularity Amidst Opposition Discord By Asiwaju Yso Oladunni, a Member of the GSM Advocates
The recent local government elections in Oyo State, held on April 27th, marked a pivotal moment in the state's political landscape. Under the astute leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) orchestrated an electoral process that captivated the attention of political stakeholders across the 33 local government areas and 351 wards. From the outset, the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) reassured all political parties of its commitment to conducting a free, fair, and credible electoral process. This commitment laid the foundation for what promised to be a fiercely contested election, with both the ruling PDP and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) preparing for a showdown. The decision by the APC to participate in the local government elections underscored Governor Seyi Makinde's dedication to an all-inclusive electoral process. Despite holding the reins of power, Governor Makinde issued a directive for all candidate