Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has fired back at former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, demanding concrete evidence over claims that he received ₦50 billion from President Bola Tinubu following the January 2024 Ibadan explosion.
Fayose had alleged that President Tinubu released the ₦50bn to Makinde as federal intervention funds after the deadly blast but accused the Oyo governor of failing to properly disclose or account for the money. The claim, made during a media appearance, quickly sparked political controversy.
Responding through his media aides, Makinde categorically denied ever receiving such funds, describing the allegation as false, reckless, and politically motivated. He challenged Fayose to publicly produce proof, insisting that no such payment was made to him personally or to the Oyo State Government.
The governor stressed that all interventions and relief efforts following the Ibadan explosion were handled transparently, with verifiable records of support given to victims and affected communities. He maintained that the state government has nothing to hide.
The exchange has deepened political tensions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and is widely viewed as part of early manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general elections, as both camps trade accusations over credibility, loyalty, and leadership.