How Zikites Showed Reassuring Support to Seyi Makinde

By Beatitude

Apart from being intellectuals, Zikites are also renowned for their engagement in political activism within the university, state and country in general. They are known for expressing their interests with strong and impactful voice. Zikites have a reputation for being politically active and engaged. They are known for advocating for good governance and promoting the ideals of democracy.

The gubernatorial election in Oyo state was one of the most participatory in recent memory. Seyi Makinde who was seeking re-election on Saturday faced stiff competition from well-known opponents, he contested against a three-term Senator, Teslim Folarin, and Adebayo Adelabu, former deputy Governor of central Bank of Nigeria. With a slate of strong candidates vying for the seat, many political analysts predicted a close race. However, when the dust settled and the votes were counted Seyi Makinde emerged victorious, securing a clear mandate from the electorate. The incumbent governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde was re-elected for another term in office.

Seyi Mankide has built a reputation for himself as a tireless advocate for the people of Oyo state. Throughout his campaign, he emphasized his commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of Oyo state, promising to prioritize issues such as healthcare, education, and job creation. His message resonated with voters, who were eager for a leader who would put their needs first.

However, the unwavering support he received from significant number of zikites cannot be understated. In the run-up to the election, many Zikites rallied around Seyi Makinde, throwing their weight behind his campaign and supporting him on social media platforms.

It is noteworthy that Seyi’s campaign resonated with the Zikites due to his developmental agenda and his commitment to improving the welfare of the people of Oyo state. His promises of investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure were music to the ears of many who are passionate about this issues.

During the campaign, many Zikites took to social media to promote and share his campaign posters, engaging in online advocacy to support his bid for re-election. The impact of their efforts was felt at the two polling units in Zik hall as Seyi Makinde procured a comfortable margin of 88 percent of the total votes in zik hall.

The involvement of Zikites in the Oyo state election underscores the importance of youth participation in politics. Zikites demonstrated the power of collective action and the impact that young people can have on political landscape.