Nigeria Decides 2027: Atiku’s Zoning Position Raises Questions About Fairness | Rufai Oseni x Nevon

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:16:55 +0000

Atiku’s Zoning Position Raises Questions About Fairness and Consistency Ahead of the 2027 Elections

We examine Atiku Abubakar’s recent stance on zoning and why many Nigerians see contradictions in his position. The conversation explores how zoning arrangements were accepted when they aligned with northern political interests, but became heavily debated once the presidency shifted to the South ahead of the 2023 elections.

Using historical context, we look at Nigeria’s power balance since independence and the long-standing argument for equity, inclusion, and political stability through rotational leadership.

As conversations around 2027 begin to intensify, this discussion asks an important question: should zoning only matter when it is politically convenient, or should fairness and consistency remain the standard regardless of who benefits?

Watch the full breakdown and join the conversation.