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PDP Breaks Silence On 2027: Why The South Got The Presidential Ticket
According to Nivo News, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, effectively shutting out the possibility of a northern candidate representing the party in the next general election. The decision was reached during the party’s 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Monday at its national headquarters in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Party insiders disclosed that the move is aimed at easing internal tension and preventing fresh divisions ahead of the polls. A NEC member explained that the presidency was zoned to the South to maintain balance in the party’s leadership, noting that both the national chairman and presidential candidate could not reasonably emerge from the same region. Stakeholders also agreed that, after eight years under former President Muhammadu Buhari, zoning the presidency back to the North would be unfair.
Another source revealed that the arrangement is expected to discourage current members of the National Working Committee (NWC) from seeking re-election to their posts. Party officials added that the decision aligns with public sentiment, stressing that “even the mood of Nigerians clearly favours a southern presidency.”
The PDP’s zoning debate is rooted in its 2023 presidential primaries. Before that election, a committee led by former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom opted to throw the ticket open, paving the way for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to secure the nomination. That decision fractured the party and led to the emergence of the G-5 governors—Nyesom Wike of Rivers (now FCT Minister), Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Ortom, Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia, and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu—who openly opposed Atiku’s candidacy.
In a bid to mend the rift, the PDP set up another zoning panel on August 14 chaired by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri. The committee recommended retaining the existing rotational arrangement, a proposal that NEC formally adopted on Monday. This decision cements the South as the party’s power base going into the 2027 presidential race.
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Potential Presidential Impact: Nigerian singer B-Red stated during an Echoroom podcast interview that Nigeria could experience massive positive transformations if his father, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, ever ascends to the presidency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Mixed Feelings on the Race: While acknowledging his father’s compassionate nature and commitment to serving citizens rather than seeking wealth, B-Red admitted he would prefer his father avoid the grueling pressure of the highest office.
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Family Wealth and Intentions: Emphasizing that his family has long been financially secure, the artist stressed that any potential presidential bid would be driven entirely by a genuine desire to help people and meet public needs.
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Reason for the Protest: Senator Adams Oshiomhole explained that he organized residents of Ogun State to protest against former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s fuel subsidy removal because he doubted the administration’s ability to distribute the benefits fairly to ordinary citizens.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Event Context: The revelation was made at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) during the seventh national discourse hosted by ‘The Companion’, an association of Muslim men in business and the professions.
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Mobilizing Support: Recounting his time as NLC President, Oshiomhole noted that he rallied locals in Abeokuta—including key figures like Senator Afolabi Salisu—alongside UNILAG students and workers to oppose the policy.
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Voluntary Step-Aside: Former Gombe State Governor and Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje dismissed claims that Governor Inuwa Yahaya forced him out of politics, clarifying that he voluntarily chose to step aside from the 2027 elections following the APC senatorial primary outcome.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Faith and Acceptance: In a BBC Hausa interview, Goje accepted the loss as the will of Allah, noting that he holds no grudges, feels no betrayal, and remains committed to supporting the APC.
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Paving the Way for Youth: Goje explained that he feels it is time to let younger politicians take over, adding that he had previously planned to retire in 2019 before constituents persuaded him to run again.
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Open Options: While affirming that he could easily return to the Senate via another party if he chose to, the veteran politician emphasized his deep gratitude for his long career and expressed peace with his current decision.
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