Bode George’s Strong Warning to PDP: The High Stakes of a Northern Presidential Ticket in 2027

Bode George, former national deputy chairman of the PDP

In the midst of Nigeria's political landscape Bode George, a respected PDP elder, isn't holding back. He’s made it crystal clear if the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) fields a northern candidate for the presidency in 2027, the party could be digging its own grave. During a recent press conference, George expressed concerns that the PDP could "end up in the dustbin of history" if certain members continue pushing this northern agenda.

His position is simple: Nigeria’s political balance demands that a southerner leads the charge in 2027. This echoes the call he made in 2023, where he, alongside others, lobbied for the presidential ticket to be zoned to the south. However, despite these warnings, the PDP’s ticket eventually went to Atiku Abubakar, leading to internal friction.

George's warning resonates deeply with those wary of repeating history. He stressed that the unity of the party could hinge on this decision, adding that personal friendships with northerners weren’t the issue here—it’s about ensuring political equity within the PDP.

According to him, this isn’t a north versus south issue, but a matter of fairness and preserving the party's integrity. By 2031, George believes the north can rightfully vie for the presidency again, but not before. He’s urging PDP members to heed this warning before it’s too late.