Buhari Rejects Zoning Ahead of 2027 Elections

In an interview on Trust TV, Muhammadu Buhari, the former President of Nigeria, articulated his stance against the concept of zoning in the context of the upcoming 2027 general elections. He described zoning as a "ceasefire in democracy," asserting that it does not address underlying issues but rather exacerbates divisions within the political landscape.

Buhari emphasized that the idea of zoning limits democratic choice by confining options along geographical lines, which he believes is contrary to the essence of democracy. He referenced the rejection of zoning in Nigeria's post-independence constitutional literature, specifically citing the 1979 constitution and subsequent constitutional progress that also dismissed the notion of zoning.

Buhari's comments reflect a significant perspective on the electoral process and the nature of democratic governance in Nigeria.