The Digest:
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is facing internal conflict after zoning its 2027 presidential ticket to the South. The decision has created a divided House, with some party leaders wooing former President Goodluck Jonathan to run, while other aspirants and groups are strongly opposing the move.
Key Points:
- The PDP has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South.
- Some PDP leaders are trying to convince Goodluck Jonathan to run.
- Jonathan confirmed the meeting, but said he is still consulting.
- Presidential aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim is challenging the zoning decision.
- He argues the decision must be ratified by the national convention.
- The PDP leadership insists the zoning is for stability, not to favor any individual.
- The Bauchi State Governor called the decision a sacrifice for party unity.
The zoning decision, intended to create stability, has instead triggered a fresh round of internal disputes.
Sources: Vanguard, Arise Television
