• Former Nigerian Senate President Bukola Saraki stated that the next president of Nigeria should come from the South in 2027
• Saraki ruled out personal ambition for the 2027 presidency, citing party decisions on zoning
• Saraki explained that his stance followed party deliberations and emphasised fairness in regional power rotation

Former Nigerian Senate President Bukola Saraki has stated that the next president of Nigeria should come from the South in 2027. Speaking on Arise Politics Today, Saraki ruled out any personal ambition for the presidency and emphasised his commitment to party decisions on zoning.

“I will not run for president in 2027,” Saraki said. “After the 2023 election, Nigerians elected Bola Tinubu from the South. I felt it is only fair to allow the South to complete the eight years.”

Party deliberations guided his decision

Saraki revealed that his stance followed party discussions on zoning.

“When the party met last year to decide where the presidential ticket should go, I supported the view that the presidency should be zoned to the South in 2027,” he explained. “I abide by that party decision and have ruled out contesting in 2027.”

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Saraki: Regional fairness remains key

Responding to questions about his support for Atiku Abubakar in 2023, Saraki said, “The party allowed the 2023 contest to be open, which was fair. Looking at the history, the South has had fewer years in power compared to the North. This is about fairness and balance.”

Saraki’s announcement reinforces ongoing discussions within Nigeria’s political landscape about regional rotation and party alignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

Source: Legit.ng