By Tony Okafor
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general elections to Southern Nigeria for a single four-year term following a motion moved by the member representing Ogbaru Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Afam Victor Ogene.
The decision was reached at the party’s National Convention, where delegates overwhelmingly endorsed the zoning arrangement as part of efforts to promote equity, inclusiveness and national balance within the party.
Under the resolution adopted at the convention, the South will produce the party’s presidential candidate in 2027 for only one term of four years, after which the ticket will rotate to the North in 2031.
The motion for the adoption of the zoning formula was moved by Ogene and received widespread support from party leaders and delegates at the convention.
Party officials described the development as a strategic step toward strengthening unity and ensuring that all sections of the country have a sense of belonging in the party’s leadership structure.
The NDC said the arrangement reflects its commitment to fairness, justice and respect for Nigeria’s diverse political interests.
Political observers believe the resolution could influence early political alignments ahead of the 2027 presidential election as parties intensify consultations and coalition discussions across the country.
