“If we are talking about the South, then let us talk about the South-East and let everyone relinquish for Peter Obi,” Sani declared, setting the stage for his broader argument about regional representation. He proceeded to outline the historical context, noting, “Obasanjo is a Yoruba man from the South-West, and he did eight years. If you add that to Tinubu’s eight years, that would make it 16 years for the Yoruba.”
In his analysis of equitable representation, Sani emphasized the need to consider the South-East’s position in the national political landscape. He articulated his position by stating, “If we are talking about equity, we should let the South-East produce the president. If the intention is about the South, then let the South-East produce the president because the South-South and South-West have produced presidents.”
The PDP chieftain concluded his argument with a direct challenge to competing viewpoints, asserting that “Ganduje’s argument falls flat on its head.”
This intervention adds to the ongoing national conversation about regional representation in Nigeria’s highest office, highlighting the complexities of balancing political power among the country’s diverse regions and ethnic groups.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
