Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has expressed support for the presidency to remain in Southern Nigeria beyond 2027, citing the need for equity and political balance.
Musawa made the statement during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, where she acknowledged the country’s unofficial zoning arrangement, which alternates power between the North and South.
“After eight years of President Buhari from the North, it was only fair for power to shift to the South. For the sake of balance, I believe power should remain in the South for the next four to six years,” she said.
The Minister, however, hoped for a future where leadership is determined solely by competence, rather than regional rotation.
“Hopefully, one day we’ll get to a point where zoning won’t be necessary, and candidates will only be judged based on their capacity and what they bring to the table.”
Her remarks come amid renewed debate over the 2027 presidency, especially with emerging political alignments, including a new coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).