The Power Struggle: North vs South and the 2027 Presidential Race
Independent Decision on 2027 President Not Exclusively Within North's Reach - Yakassai Challenges Baba-Ahmed's Claim
The upcoming 2027 general elections in Nigeria have sparked intense discussion over the influence of the North and the South in shaping the country's future leader. Two contrasting perspectives from Tanko Yakassai and Hakeem Baba-Ahmed have emerged, shedding light on this intricate political landscape.
Former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has expressed that the North holds a pivotal role in deciding presidential victories, stating that no contender can become president without Northern backing [1]. However, Tanko Yakassai, a seasoned politico and former adviser to President Shehu Shagari, takes a different approach. He emphatically declares that neither the North nor the South can singlehandedly determine who gets to lead the nation; instead, both regions must work together to achieve success [1].
As political actors start strategizing for the 2027 elections, realignments and permutations are already underway. While discussions about joint tickets including opposition and ruling party figures are surfacing, there are plans to replace Vice President Kashim Shettima with alternative northern figures [2].
However, with regional dominance gathering steam, voices calling for a national approach are becoming louder. High-ranking politicing like Tanko Yakassai echo this theme, believing that the election's outcome should be decided through a national consensus rather than regional influence [1].
Amidst the strategic shuffling and ideological tussles, some groups like the Civic Coalition Against Mass Atrocities are grappling with existential threats, particularly the impact of violence and insecurity on the electoral process, urging immediate action to address these pressing issues [5].
In essence, political leaders recognize the importance of both the North and South in shaping the 2027 elections' outcome. Yet, there is a growing call for a broad national approach to ensure a fair and balanced decision that caters to the diverse needs of the country.
Further Reading:
- Tinubu: Emotional Souls Must Not Endanger the Country's Rotational Principle - OPC Issues Warning to El-Rufai and Others. A new twist in the political climate, as influential figures like the Oodua People's Congress weigh in on the power struggle.
- Dangote Reveals Those Trying to Sabotage Tinubu's Economic Agenda. Alarming investigations reveal hidden enemies attempting to undermine one of Nigeria's most influential visionaries.
- Amaechi: Tinubu May Not Contest in 2027 - APC Chieftain Makes Daring Assertions. Astonishing predictions casting doubt on the political future of the beloved Bola Tinubu.
- 2027: Biggest Mistake of His Life - Tinubu's Aide Warns Peter Obi. Fierce rivalries between presidential hopefuls, adding more tension to the already complex power contest.
- Tinubu Govt Upgrades 38 Technical Colleges in Nigeria, Unveils New Learning Method. Amidst the political turbulence, the Tinubu administration throws its weight behind education, energizing a new approach to technical education.
- Tinubu's Anti-Insecurity Strategy Delivering Results - Defence Minister. The government's aggressive stance on national security bearing fruit, as the Defence Minister highlight improvement in the battle against insecurity.
- As the 2027 presidential election approaches in Nigeria, discussions revolve around the influence of the North and the South on the outcome, with Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, asserting that the North plays a crucial role in deciding victories, and Tanko Yakassai, a seasoned politico, advocating for a joint effort between both regions.
- In the lead-up to the elections, political actors are strategizing and realigning, with talks about joint tickets between opposition and ruling party figures, as well as plans to replace Vice President Kashim Shettima with alternative Northern candidates.
- Voices calling for a national approach are growing louder in the face of regional dominance, with high-ranking politicians like Tanko Yakassai advocating for a national consensus to determine the election's outcome, rather than relying on regional influence.
- Meanwhile, groups such as the Civic Coalition Against Mass Atrocities are concerned about the impact of violence and insecurity on the electoral process, urging immediate action to address these pressing issues.
- In a bid to cater to the diverse needs of the country, there is a growing recognition of the importance of both the North and South in shaping the 2027 election's outcome, while there's also a rise in calls for a broad national approach to ensure a fair and balanced decision.
