The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) says it has zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to the southern part of the country.
The party’s National Chairman, Dr. Taminu Turaki, (SAN), made this known while addressing journalists after a consultative visit to former Vice President Namadi Sambo in Abuja.
Dr. Turaki said the decision allows eligible party members from southern Nigeria to seek the party’s presidential nomination, assuring that all aspirants would be given equal opportunities in a transparent and fair process.
According to him, the PDP leadership has resolved to allocate its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, stressing that although the eventual candidate is yet to be determined, the contest would be open to all qualified party members from the region or those of southern origin.
He emphasized that the selection process would be transparent, equitable, and designed to ensure a level playing field for all aspirants.
Operating within the law
Commenting on the recent court ruling that dismissed a suit challenging the legitimacy of the PDP’s national convention and current leadership, Dr. Turaki described the judgment as a clear affirmation that the party was operating within the law.
He said the ruling by Justice Umar confirmed the legitimacy of the PDP leadership and validated the conduct of the party’s convention, adding that leadership of a political party cannot be assumed arbitrarily without due process and discipline.
The PDP National Chairman also disclosed that former Vice President Sambo reaffirmed his loyalty and continued membership of the party during the meeting.
He added that the former Vice President offered valuable advice and guidance on strategies to reposition the PDP as a strong and credible platform capable of winning future elections, noting that his assurance of continued membership was particularly encouraging to the party leadership.
Dr. Turaki was accompanied on the visit by members of the National Working Committee, the Board of Trustees, former governors and ministers on the party’s platform, as well as state chairmen of the PDP.
