Labour Party zones presidential ticket to South, rules out northern candidates
Labour Party announces presidential ticket will be zoned to southern Nigeria, excluding northern candidates. Interim National Chairman Nenadi Usman stated the party will not field any aspirant from the north, emphasizing internal democracy and refusal to beg candidates. The decision follows Peter Obi's departure for African Democratic Congress (ADC). Primary dates set for 2027, with suspensions for anti-party members. Details on specific candidates pending internal party processes.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/24/2027-labour-party-zones-presidential-ticket-to-south/