Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed nostalgia for the tenure of former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, stating that governance feels markedly different without his presence in the current administration.
Makinde made the remark on Saturday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, during the 60th birthday celebration of Pastor Samson Ajetomobi, President of The Men of Issachar Vision Incorporated (MIV) and Overseer of the Redemption Faith Churches. Osinbajo was among the dignitaries in attendance at the event.
Speaking candidly, the governor praised Osinbajo’s leadership style and impact while in office, noting that his absence is keenly felt. “I miss you as Vice-President,” Makinde said, adding that “things are not the same in this administration.”
The comment, delivered in a light but reflective tone, drew reactions from attendees and has since sparked conversations in political circles, with many interpreting it as an acknowledgment of Osinbajo’s influence during his time in government.
Osinbajo, who served as Nigeria’s Vice-President from 2015 to 2023, has continued to receive public commendation from political leaders and stakeholders for his role in governance, particularly in areas of policy coordination and crisis management.
The event brought together religious leaders, politicians, and public figures, turning the celebration into a platform for both tribute and subtle political reflection.
