North-Central Leaders Demand Attention from 2027 Candidates

Leaders from the North-Central geopolitical zone of Nigeria are advocating for presidential candidates to prioritize the region's challenges as the 2027 elections approach. Historically, the North-Central has been a significant contributor to Nigeria's political evolution but feels neglected in terms of infrastructure development and political appointments.

Despite the region's contributions, it has faced issues such as insecurity, economic hardship, and inadequate representation in government. Current presidential candidates include Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is running for re-election, Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress, Peter Obi from the Labour Party, and others from various parties.

Concerns have been raised about the region's security situation, with reports of banditry affecting local economies and education. Leaders like Sule Kwasau and Chris Kwaja emphasize the need for candidates to address these unresolved issues to gain the support of the North-Central electorate.