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PDP Eyes Former Presidents, Governors for 2027 Elections

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Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, a top member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has revealed that the party is in talks with several prominent figures, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, to join the party's platform for the 2027 presidential election. The party aims to make a significant impact in the upcoming election, which has been zoned to the South.

The party's decision to woo these figures comes amidst internal crises and the party's National Executive Council (NEC) resolution to zone the presidency to the South. This move aims to counter the All Progressives Congress (APC) government, according to Mr. Moro. The PDP's efforts to bring in prominent figures also include reassessing candidates to determine the most-suited individual for the party's presidential ticket.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PDP is in talks with former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde to join the party's platform for the 2027 presidential election.
  • The party aims to convince former President Jonathan to run for the presidency, citing his popularity and potential impact on the party's chances in the 2027 election.
  • The party has not officially met with Peter Obi, but "certain individuals" have been talking to him to persuade him to return to the party and contest for the presidential ticket.
  • Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is believed to have a self-driven interest to run for the presidency in 2027, although he has yet to publicly announce such a plan.
  • The PDP's decision to zone the presidency to the South is aimed at countering the All Progressives Congress (APC) government.
  • The party's National Executive Council (NEC) resolution to zone the presidency to the South has led to open rebellion from Nyesom Wike and the G5 governors.

Statistics:

  • The PDP's NEC resolution to zone the presidency to the South was disclosed on Monday, amidst raging internal crises that have rocked the party since the May 2022 presidential primary that produced Atiku Abubakar as the party's flag bearer.
  • The party's presidential election zoned to the South, where potential presidential candidates such as former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde reside.
  • 3 prominent individuals that the PDP is considering for the party's 2027 presidential ticket, including former President Jonathan, Peter Obi, and Seyi Makinde.

Sources:

  • Channels Television's 'Politics Today'
  • Premium Times, 2025
  • AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com)

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