Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has said no northern politician should contest the presidency in 2027.
Fintiri said it is the South’s turn to complete eight years in office.
He made the remark while speaking on Nigeria’s leadership rotation principle.
The governor argued that power rotation promotes national stability and fairness.
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According to him, respecting zoning arrangements strengthens unity and political balance.
Fintiri said if Nigerians are serious about leadership and national progress, the South should complete its tenure.
His comments come amid early political discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Debate over zoning and power rotation continues within major political parties.
Nigeria’s informal power-sharing arrangement rotates the presidency between North and South.
The governor did not name any specific candidate in his remarks.
