Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, has shared an interesting insight about his campaign strategy. In an interview, Makinde revealed that his team was discouraged from taking their campaign to the South-East, a region often perceived as the stronghold of the Labour Party’s Peter Obi. According to Daily Post Nigeria, Makinde expressed that the warning would not stop him from reaching out to voters in the region, underscoring his commitment to a nationwide campaign. The South-East has been a significant focus in the run-up to the 2027 elections due to the strong support for Peter Obi, a candidate from the region. However, Makinde’s assertion suggests that other candidates may face challenges in gaining traction in the region. This story is important for Nigerian readers as it highlights the competitive nature of the upcoming elections and the strategies being employed by the candidates.









