“I Miss Osinbajo’s Leadership—Things Aren’t the Same Anymore,” Makinde Opens Up!

According To Our Reporter, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has openly expressed how much he misses former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s consultative and effective leadership style. Watch full report

Speaking at an event in Ibadan, Makinde praised Osinbajo’s role as Chairman of the National Economic Council, crediting his guidance for key decisions like avoiding a full COVID-19 lockdown in Oyo State.

Makinde lamented the current government’s less inclusive approach, especially on critical issues like the tax reform bills, where governors’ concerns are ignored. “You cannot speak truth to power now,” he said, contrasting sharply with Osinbajo’s era.

“Things are not the same,” Makinde concluded, underscoring how Osinbajo’s balanced leadership made a real difference in governance and collaboration.