Speculations surrounding an alleged meeting between Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), and former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, have continued to stir controversy across political circles and on social media.
Reports had emerged online claiming that Governor Makinde travelled to Niger State for a strategic political meeting with the two prominent northern political figures, fueling insinuations about possible alignments ahead of future political developments.
However, a source close to the governor has dismissed the claims, describing the alleged meeting as a mere coincidence rather than a pre-arranged political engagement.
Speaking with OYOMIND News, the source clarified that Governor Makinde’s visit was not political in nature, stressing that the governor only went to see General Babangida on a personal note.
According to the source, “There was no premeditated political meeting. What is being circulated online is largely speculative. Any interaction that may have occurred was coincidental and not part of any political arrangement.”
The clarification comes amid heightened political conversations across the country, where movements of key political actors are often interpreted through the prism of emerging alliances and permutations.
The source further noted that Governor Makinde, like other public office holders, is entitled to private engagements and routine interactions, which should not automatically be construed as political strategy sessions.
Since the reports surfaced, reactions have been mixed, with some commentators suggesting the alleged meeting could signal broader political realignments, while others have cautioned against drawing conclusions without verifiable evidence.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the Oyo State Government regarding the matter. Nonetheless, insiders maintain that the narrative of a strategic political meeting is unfounded and exaggerated.
