The founding fathers of the Peoples Democratic Party have called for the party’s 2027 presidential ticket to be allocated to the South.
Speaking on behalf of the group at the ongoing high-level Consultative Conference of PDP Founding Fathers and Stakeholders in Abuja—held under the theme “Reclaiming our Legacy, Renewing our Collective Vision”—former Minister of Information and National Orientation, Professor Jerry Gana, stated that zoning the ticket to the South is the key strategy for securing victory in the upcoming election.
He stated, “In tune with this patriotic wisdom of the founding fathers, we urge all our leaders to support the strategy of bringing out our Presidential Candidate for 2027 from the Southern States. Such a strategy will not only ensure victory at the polls, but promote justice, fairness and equity.
“We appeal to all our leaders to agree at the NEC meeting on Thursday to convene the National Convention of our great Party so that we can elect a fresh set of Party Officers for the next four years.
“From our renewed foundation, we should conduct a fair process to produce our Presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential elections. We should present to Nigerians not just a candidate, but a visionary leader – a tested and trusted patriot, a proven solution-provider, with a huge capacity and character to rescue Nigeria.
“We must also ensure a Transparent and Credible National Convention that will set a gold standard for internal party democracy.
“The convention must be transparent, accountable, and reflective of our democratic ideals. No more backroom deals or impositions. Delegates should freely elect a new National Working Committee men and women of proven integrity, competence, and unwavering loyalty to the ideals of PDP.”
Gana stated that the new NWC should serve as the driving force behind the rebuilding, repositioning, and revival of the PDP.
He further stressed the importance of the party’s leadership prioritizing the empowerment of the next generation.
The PDP founding fathers, according to Gana, said, “We reaffirm our commitment to youth inclusion and generational equity, which is very crucial. The PDP must deliberately open the space for younger Nigerians; brilliant, energetic and innovative minds should be allowed to participate actively as leaders within our party structures and as candidates at all levels in the 2027 general elections.
“Their ideas, energy and digital fluency are essential for building the Nigeria we all deserve. Our 2027 electoral strategy must elevate young leaders with fresh ideas and proven commitment.
“We should deliberately mainstream youth and women into our party’s core leadership structure, ensuring that their voices are heard and their contributions are highly valued.”
