The Yoruba Council has predicted the potential for an Igbo presidency in Nigeria. The agitation for the Igbo presidency has been a burning issue in the country’s political discourse.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Marginalization of the Igbos in Nigerian politics
Since Nigeria’s independence, the Igbo ethnic group has often felt marginalized and sidelined in the country’s political arena.
Despite being one of Nigeria’s three largest ethnic groups, the Igbos have not held the presidency since the republic’s early days.
The civil war of 1967-1970, which saw the Igbos attempt to secede and form the Republic of Biafra, left deep scars and has influenced the political dynamics ever since.
This marginalization has been evident in several ways, including the distribution of federal appointments, the allocation of resources, and the political alliances that have often excluded the Southeast from the power equation.
Many political analysts have pointed out that the marginalization of the Igbo people was glaring during the previous administration led by Mohammadu Buhari.
The perceived exclusion has fueled calls for greater political inclusion, culminating in the ongoing demand for an Igbo presidency.
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Speaking with Legit on Saturday, August 24, the Council, led by its President, Hassan Oladotun, weighed in on the debate, suggesting that the Southeast may finally have a realistic chance of securing the presidency after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
He said:
“After the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, power should at least be preserved for the South Eastern people to have a share of what governance is all about,” Oladotun stated.
He emphasized the importance of understanding Nigeria’s “political calculus,” noting that if the Igbos are willing to align and participate in national politics, there is no reason why they cannot achieve this goal.
YCW cautions Igbos against Peter Obi’s presidency
Oladotun was evident in his message that the Igbos must shift their political strategy if they hope to ascend to the presidency.
He criticized past efforts, particularly Peter Obi’s candidacy in the last election, for failing to unite the nation behind an Igbo candidate.
“They just mismanaged the kind of people they positioned to come into power. It should never be Peter Obi.
“We’re looking for people of untainted character, people who are not coming to scheme. The country will be comfortable electing such persons.”
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Earlier, Legit reported that Peter Obi’s Labour Party campaign has stated that they are not concerned about recent discussions calling for former President Goodluck Jonathan to enter the 2027 presidential race.
This statement follows the opposition Peoples Democratic Party’s recent endorsement of Jonathan’s potential return to the party.