The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has challenged Nigerians to hold President Bola Tinubu accountable for his administration’s electricity promises ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Makinde, who spoke at the APM North-East 2027 Town Hall Meeting in Yola, Adamawa State, recalled a statement he attributed to Tinubu that Nigerians should not re-elect him, if he fails to fix electricity within four years.
He argued that the administration had fallen short of its promises on electricity and other critical sectors, urging voters to assess its performance when deciding their political future.
The APM presidential candidate also criticised the Federal Government’s policies on compressed natural gas (CNG), electric vehicles and the naira-for-crude initiative, describing them as unsuccessful.
On the rising cost of petroleum products, Makinde called on the Federal Government to publish its pricing template to enable Nigerians to understand how fuel prices are determined and contribute ideas towards finding lasting solutions.
He said “You do not want too much grammar; we just want relief for insisting that effective solutions could come from citizens outside government.
Makinde said his administration would prioritise honesty, inclusivity and practical responses to the country’s challenges, including insecurity, poverty and energy shortages.
He added that the APM had deliberately delayed releasing its manifesto to allow the party to consult stakeholders across the country and incorporate their concerns into its policy direction.
On power-sharing and national unity, Makinde promised that an APM-led government, if elected on May 29, 2027, would operate as a transitional government of national unity, with a maximum tenure of four years.
Earlier, the APM national leader and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, described the party as a credible opposition force, citing its elected officials and growing membership.
Mohammed reaffirmed the party’s commitment to patriotism, mutual respect and equal opportunities for Nigerians, expressing confidence in Makinde’s capacity to lead the country towards a reset.
Similarly, the party’s vice-presidential candidate, Lawal Daura, said Nigeria required a fundamental reset to address its persistent challenges, describing the APM as a platform for patriotic Nigerians committed to honest leadership and purposeful governance.The Yola town hall meeting formed part of the party’s stakeholder engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections, with discussions focusing on insecurity, poverty, electricity, economic hardship and national inclusion.
