INTRO : The reasons why Federal might won’t work in 2027 elections were laid out by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State at the Oyo State tourism summit held at the University of Ibadan International Conference Centre. Makinde expressed optimism that Nigerians will reject political influence and vote for leaders of their choice. Here are five key reasons why Federal might won’t work in 2027 elections, according to the governor. 1. Nigerians Are No Longer Willing to Be Bystanders : The first of the reasons why Federal might won’t work in 2027 elections is growing voter consciousness. Makinde said: “Nigerians will show politicians pepper. They will show us that they don’t want to be bystanders anymore; they will participate, and I’m sure of what I’m saying.” He argued that citizens are ready to take ownership of the process, making it harder for outside influence to override popular will. 2. Federal Influence Has Limits, Despite Past Successes : Makinde acknowledged that “federal might” ha...