Southern Governors Take Bold Stance: Presidency Must Rotate South in 2027
Seventeen Southern governors, meeting in Lagos this week, have formally demanded that the next President of Nigeria in 2027 must come from the Southern region, calling it a matter of fairness, justice, and national unity .
They also called for:
A national dialogue to address fraud crises, insecurity, and governance challenges.
A shift towards state police, restructuring, and federal character in agency appointments .
Members of the Southern caucus in the National Assembly have thrown their support behind the governors, reinforcing the demand for rotational presidency, electoral reform, and the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) .
⚠️ Why It Matters
Regional Power Shift: If fully accepted, this demand could re-map Nigeria’s political landscape and challenge the dominance of Northern presidents since 1999.
Restructuring Momentum: Added weight to southern calls for decentralization, state police, and autonomy after the Asaba declaration .
Pre-Election Stakes: As 2027 approaches, balancing regional expectations will be crucial for national unity—and could define party nominations and platforms.
🛑 Call-to-Action
📣 Join the Debate: Use #SouthMustLead and #RotationalPresidency on social media to fuel public conversation.
🗣️ Engage Your Reps: Encourage legislators to support constitutional amendments for a rotational presidency and restructuring.
🌍 Stay Informed: Follow developments from forums, judicial reviews, and legislative moves leading to 2027.
Adedayo Obadina
Talksocialtalks
