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Stakeholders from Benue South Senatorial District (Idoma Nation) are demanding the governorship and the Speaker position in the Benue State House of Assembly for the 2027 elections, citing decades of political marginalization.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reiterated its commitment to its zoning guidelines, stating that approximately 8,453 delegates are slated to attend the upcoming National Convention, despite concerns from some aspirants regarding access to nomination forms.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced that its zoning arrangement will serve as the framework for its forthcoming national convention, set for March 29 and 30 in Abuja. This decision was made during the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Cletus Obun has urged the party to ensure fairness in zoning its offices, warning that imbalances could lead to internal divisions and weaken its electoral prospects. He specifically highlighted concerns about underrepresentation in certain zones, including the South-South.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly decided to uphold its existing zoning arrangement for national party positions, with the North-Central slated to retain the National Chairman role and the South-West expected to keep the National Secretary position. This decision is aimed at ensuring a smooth national convention scheduled for March 27-28 and supporting the party's strategy for the upcoming 2027 general elections.
Former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi has advised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to consider the regional implications of its presidential candidate choice. He stated that a northern candidate might struggle to gain traction in southern Nigeria, emphasizing the need for broad national appeal and strategic zoning considerations.
