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The Digest:
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has weighed in on the People's Democratic Party's (PDP) 2027 presidential ambitions, warning that its hope on Goodluck Jonathan or Peter Obi is a serious political risk. Keyamo argues this is the Domino Effect of the party’s past zoning mistakes, which have left it in a "non-enviable position" as it looks ahead to the next election cycle.

Key Points:
  • Festus Keyamo warned that the PDP's 2027 plans are risky.
  • He said the party's current problems stem from its failure to zone in 2023.
  • Keyamo cited a major constitutional risk in fielding Goodluck Jonathan.
  • He noted a court could declare Jonathan ineligible by virtue of section 137(3).
  • He dismissed the chances of a winning PDP candidate from the Southwest.
  • Keyamo argued Peter Obi's credibility would be undermined by a PDP return.
  • He concluded the PDP may have to wait until 2031 for a shot at the presidency.
Keyamo’s analysis underscores the critical role of zoning and constitutional nuances in Nigerian politics. He argues that past mistakes will continue to haunt the party and its future ambitions.

Sources: Festus Keyamo’s X Handle, Vanguard News