Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State, has said that he will stop campaigning because of the ongoing fuel and new naira-note crisis.
Makinde said this on Friday at the opening ceremony for the Omi-Adio-Ido Road. He had been campaigning in some parts of Oyo State.
The governor said that the suspension was to show solidarity with the people against the Federal Government’s economic policies, which are led by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, the state’s Information, Culture, and Tourism Commissioner, confirmed the news. He said Governor Makinde, who was in Ido to keep campaigning, told everyone to stop until further notice.
Olatubosun said that Governor Makinde said his people are suffering too much and that he was elected to look out for their best interests and well-being.
He said Governor Makinde told Party leaders in Oyo State to stop the campaign when he opened the Omi Adio-Ido Road with an emotional speech.
“As a mark of honour to citizens and residents of Oyo State, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has directed that all campaign activities of the party at all levels be suspended until further notice,” the statement said.
He also said, “Governor Seyi Makinde’s love for his people necessitated this unprecedented move, at this time. We urge all residents and citizens of the state to remain calm as we navigate through this difficult period together. “