Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has dismissed speculations about defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating he remains comfortable in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu.
On Thursday, January 22, 2026, Governor Seyi Makinde visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting occurred amidst a wave of defections from the opposition PDP, particularly among its governors. After the visit, Makinde addressed rumors of his potential switch to the ruling APC, firmly stating, 'I'm comfortable in PDP.'
This development comes as the PDP faces internal challenges with several high-profile members leaving for the APC. Makinde, a key PDP figure in the southwest, emphasized his commitment to the party, saying he remains a 'comfortable member' of the PDP. The visit to Aso Rock highlights ongoing interactions between opposition leaders and the presidency, possibly aimed at fostering national unity or discussing state-federal relations.
No specific details of the discussions were disclosed, but Makinde's post-meeting remarks underscore his resolve to stay with the PDP despite the political shifts. This stance provides reassurance to PDP supporters in Oyo State and beyond, amid broader concerns about the party's stability.
