Southern Candidate Sits at the Helm for PDP in 2027: Bode George
"Bode George Expresses Opposition to Repeat of 2023 Chaos in Response to Wike's Tinubu Endorsement"
In an unexpected statement, politician Bode George, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees, has declared that the party will field a candidate of southern extraction for the 2027 presidential election. This announcement followed comments made by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, expressing support for President Bola Tinubu in the next general election.
According to our sources, George expressed his disagreement with Wike's support for Tinubu, emphasizing that the PDP would never endorse the re-election of a candidate from another political party. The former Navy Commodore further stated that the PDP would be searching for a Southerner to represent their party in 2027 and that he was ready to lead the campaign for this candidate.
The elder statesman believed that the PDP's failure to adhere to its zoning principle was the cause of its current struggles. He emphasized the importance of zoning in the party's constitution, stating that the party shall pursue aims and objectives by adhering to the policy of rotation and zoning of party and public elective offices in pursuance of the principles of equity, justice, and fairness.
George also addressed the recent wave of defections from the PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), expressing concerns about their motives and the impact on the PDP's electoral prospects. He questioned whether these defectors were walking into an empty party and mused on their reasons for leaving, suggesting they might not be in sync with the electorate's desires.
Insight:
While the PDP has not officially announced its candidate for 2027, potential names such as Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Atiku Abubakar have been speculated, with Makinde gaining support from groups like the Brave New Vision Support Group. The party's stance on maintaining regional representation through zoning could play a significant role in its decision-making process.
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- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is predicted to contest the 2027 presidential election with a candidate from the south, according to Bode George, a member of the PDP Board of Trustees.
- In a converse stance, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next general election.
- George urged caution for the PDP regarding defections to the APC, questioning the motivations of the defectors and their potential impact on the party's electoral prospects.
- The ongoing internal political conflicts within the PDP, including the disagreement between George and Wike, may pose challenges to the party's unity and strategic planning for the 2027 elections.
- The zoning principle, emphasizing regional representation, is expected to be a critical factor in the PDP's choice of its 2027 presidential candidate, with potential names like Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Atiku Abubakar being discussed among party members.
