Ahead 2027 Poll: Will PDP Zone It’s Elective Offices?
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) met in Abuja to discuss the zoning of elective offices ahead of the 2027 elections. The party considered dividing the country into North and South zones for the presidential ticket, with the North producing the National Chairman and the South the presidential candidate.
However, there was a debate on whether to zone the presidential ticket to the South or open it to the North. Some stakeholders even suggested backing President Bola Tinubu from the ruling APC.
The NEC meeting aimed to ratify the zoning formula, approve the convention timetable, and impose discipline on erring members. Observers noted the influence of Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on the party's reformist drive.
The meeting was crucial for the PDP's unity and relevance as a viable opposition party.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from This Day. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on This Day
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
PDP Begins Zoning Process For 2027 Presidential Ticket
“How PDP Zoning Favors Tinubu's 2027 Re-Election Bid”, Former Presidential Candidate Explains
PDP Chieftain Criticizes Unconstitutional Zoning of 2027 Presidency, Calls for Fair Electoral Process
PDP Resolves Internal Crisis, Zoning Presidential Ticket to South Ahead of 2027 Election
2027: Jonathan, Makinde, Others May Join Race As PDP Set To Unveil Zoning Formula
PDP Leaders Move to Retain Chairmanship in North, Presidency in South
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
