North-Central Zone Blames Disunity for Not Producing a Nigerian President, APC Official Says
APC campaign council member Segun Showunmi attributes North-Central's lack of a president to internal division among its leaders.
In Brief
- •APC campaign council member Segun Showunmi attributes North-Central's lack of a president to internal division among its leaders.
- •Showunmi spoke at a political event in Makurdi, Benue State, on 30 October 2026.
- •He cited unity in other zones—North‑West, South‑West, South‑South—as key to their presidential successes.
- •Showunmi urged North‑Central residents to unite and speak with one voice to enable future presidential bids.
Why It Matters
The cohesion of a region’s political leadership can shape its influence on national politics and resource allocation. Showunmi’s remarks highlight how internal divisions may hinder North‑Central’s representation at the highest level, underscoring the broader importance of unity in Nigeria’s electoral dynamics.
Key Details
- Event Date
- 2026-10-30
- Event Location
- Makurdi, Benue State
- Speaker
- Segun Showunmi
- Party
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Zone
- North-Central
Context & Background
Nigeria’s geopolitical zones have historically produced presidents from the North‑West, South‑West, and South‑South, but the North‑Central zone has yet to do so, prompting discussions on the role of regional unity in national leadership selection.
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