Bashir El-Rufai has proposed that Northern Nigeria should refrain from fielding a presidential candidate in the 2027 general election, arguing that the South ought to complete the remaining four years of the current political cycle.
In a post on X, the son of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, shared his personal views on the country’s political trajectory, advocating for the continuation of Southern leadership in the next electoral term.
He also hinted at a potential political alliance involving figures such as Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, suggesting that a well-structured partnership with clearly defined roles could play a key role in addressing the nation’s challenges.
“Let the South complete their remaining four years,” he wrote, indicating that Northern political actors should defer presidential ambitions until after the current cycle.
Bashir further stated that opportunities for Northern candidates would remain open in the subsequent election cycle, noting that 2031 would provide a clear path for any interested aspirant from the region.
His comments add to the ongoing discourse around power rotation and regional balance in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.