{
  "id": 18772579,
  "title": "Makinde kicks off campaign, urges Nigerians to back ‘national reset’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/makinde-kicks-off-campaign-urges-nigerians-to-back-national-reset",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T19:20:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/makinde-kicks-off-campaign-urges-nigerians-to-back-national-reset/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seyi Makinde, the 2027 presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), addressed Nigerians at the campaign launch in Bauchi State, urging them to support his mission to reset Nigeria. Makinde cited hunger, insecurity, and exclusion from governance as key issues that need to be addressed. He called for reforms in the economy, security and the country's socio-political system. During the event, he also warned voters not to be swayed by campaign promises but to vote based on their conscience. Makinde urged voters to accept campaign funds but to vote according to their own judgment, stating that they should be guided by their hearts. The Oyo State Governor and APM National Leader, Bala Mohammed, urged Makinde to ensure justice, equity, and inclusiveness if elected, warning against the marginalization of any part of the country. He emphasized that the proposed government of national unity should reflect Nigeria's diversity and provide equal opportunities for all citizens, regardless of their ethnic or religious background.",
  "summary": "The 2027 presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians dissatisfied with the state of the country to support his bid to reset Nigeria, citing hunger, insecurity and exclusion from governance as major challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-kicks-off-campaign-urges-nigerians-to-back-national-reset/",
  "key_points": [
    "Seyi Makinde launches 2027 presidential campaign in Bauchi State",
    "Urges Nigerians to support 'national reset' mission",
    "Calls for reforms in economy, security, and governance"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "2027: Makinde urges Nigerians to reject failed political system",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/2027-makinde-urges-nigerians-to-reject-failed-political-system",
        "published": "2026-11-07T17:40:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}