Emma Elekwa
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has commended Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde for maintaining consistency in his approach to leadership.
He stated that beyond visible infrastructure projects across the State, the governor’s performance continues to attract discussion and commendation among Oyo indigenes both within and outside the state.
Obi spoke weekend when he joined the Governor and other dignitaries at a thanksgiving service marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Oyo State.
The service was held at the Cathedral of St Peter Anglican Church, Aremo, Ibadan, and attracted worshippers and guests from across the state who gathered to give thanks for five decades of the state’s existence and development.
Speaking at the event, Obi expressed gratitude to Governor Makinde for inviting him to participate in the celebration.
He recalled that at the beginning of Makinde’s administration, the governor had invited him to speak at the maiden Executive Council (EXCO) retreat, where they spent a full day exchanging ideas on governance and public responsibility.
Makinde’s address
He also commended Makinde’s address at the thanksgiving service, particularly his emphasis on building strong institutions and effective teams rather than depending on individuals.
According to Obi, the governor’s focus on continuity, systems, and shared responsibility reflects a statesmanlike vision capable of sustaining progress beyond any single administration.
Obi further praised the sermon delivered by The Right Reverend Williams Oluwarotimi Aladekugbe, Bishop of Ibadan North, describing it as timely and profound.
He said the sermon underscored the importance of thanksgiving not merely as a ritual, but as a moral discipline that fosters humility, responsibility, and service to the common good.
He concluded by urging the people of Oyo State to continue supporting the governor and to pray for divine guidance for those in authority, so they may work consistently for the welfare and progress of the state and its people.
