Bauchi governor urges Nigeria's PDP to pick a Christian southern candidate for 2027 to reflect diversity.

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed urges the opposition PDP to field a Christian presidential candidate from the South in 2027 to reflect Nigeria's diversity, avoiding a repeat of the APC's Muslim-Muslim ticket in 2023. The PDP is considering former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi as potential candidates. Despite pressure, Jonathan reportedly decided not to run. The APC, meanwhile, keeps its ticket open for all members, contrasting with the PDP's zoning decision.