Makinde: It Is Said That Even When A Mad Man Is Cured Of His Madness, There’ll Still Be Traces-Lere Olayinka

A fresh exchange of words has highlighted ongoing tensions within Nigeria’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), involving Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

The latest development stems from comments made by Governor Makinde during a recent event at the Oyo State PDP Secretariat in Ibadan. In his address, the governor reportedly referred to certain elements as “vagabonds” who had been expelled from the party in late 2025, vowing that the PDP would not allow such influences to undermine its structure ahead of future elections, including those in 2027.

Here Is What He Wrote On His Official X Handle

In response, Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to Minister Wike, took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to counter the statement. Addressing Makinde directly as “Former VAGABOND,” Olayinka wrote: “Good morning from this side.

It is said that even when a mad man is cured of his madness, there will still remain some traces of madness.”Olayinka’s post appeared to suggest that despite any claimed political realignment or “repentance,” traces of past inconsistencies might linger.

The remark drew on a familiar proverbial expression to question the permanence of change in political behavior.This verbal back-and-forth reflects broader strains within the PDP, particularly involving former members of the G5 governors’ group and disputes over party control, structures, and loyalty ahead of upcoming conventions and elections.

Both sides have traded accusations of inconsistency and attempts to dominate the party’s direction.The incident underscores the persistent divisions in the opposition party as it navigates internal power dynamics and prepares for future electoral contests.

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