Sani Warns of Power Rotation Collapse if Atiku Wins

Former Kaduna Central Senator Sani expressed concerns regarding the implications of Atiku Abubakar winning the 2027 presidential election during an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today on September 25. He warned that such a victory would signify the collapse of the informal north-south power rotation that has been a guiding principle in Nigerian politics for decades.

Sani argued that the South should be allowed to complete a full eight-year presidential cycle before the North reclaims the presidency, citing the need for fairness and national cohesion. He suggested that all major political parties should nominate southern candidates, specifically mentioning former Anambra Governor Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.

Sani acknowledged that the Nigerian Constitution does not mandate rotational presidency but emphasized the importance of honoring this principle. He also noted that a northern successor to President Bola Tinubu in 2027 would face significant resistance in the South.