Zoning Debate Is Political Blackmail Meant to Weaken Opposition – Dele Momodu

Former presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bashorun Dele Momodu, has condemned the zoning of presidential tickets ahead of the 2027 elections, describing it as a form of political blackmail aimed at weakening opposition parties.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday, Momodu argued that the zoning narrative is being deliberately manipulated to favour the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and reduce electoral competition for President Bola Tinubu.

“There is nothing in the Nigerian Constitution that prevents anyone — whether from the North or the South — from contesting the presidency,” Momodu stated. “This zoning sentiment is merely a tool of blackmail by those who want to suppress other political parties.”

He maintained that zoning is unconstitutional and is being used as a political weapon to restrict viable alternatives and keep opposition parties at a disadvantage.

Commenting on the state of the PDP, Momodu claimed the party has been infiltrated and compromised by individuals loyal to the APC. According to him, these elements continue to operate within the PDP while working in favour of the ruling party.

“PDP has been completely hijacked by agents of the ruling party who insist on remaining in the PDP while secretly advancing APC’s interests,” he said.

Now a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Momodu also clarified that no individual — including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar — has been assured of an automatic presidential ticket in the ADC.

“I don’t believe ADC has promised an automatic ticket to anyone, including Atiku Abubakar. He is not the sole candidate of the ADC,” he added.

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