The group supports the South’s presidency in 2027

A Middle Belt group, the Coalition to Protect Democracy, has supported southern calls to retain the presidency ahead of the 2027 general election.

The group’s leader, Rwang Pam, said this during a press conference on Wednesday in Jos.

Pam said such a move would allow for equity, inclusion and national unity in the political system.

The leader vowed to continuously engage in Nigeria’s political process as a conscious, strategic and decisive political bloc committed to equity, inclusion and national unity.

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“The Middle Belt will not seek to lead from the front in 2027; it will lead from the center, shaping a just, inclusive and winning coalition for Nigeria.

“The Middle Belt is no longer a silent partner in Nigeria’s politics, it is a decisive force and its voice will determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections.

“Nigeria will not be saved by politics as usual, it will be rebuilt by a coalition founded on equity, inclusion and national balance.

“Therefore, our decision to support a Southern candidate is non-negotiable,” he said.

Pam insisted that the strength of the Middle Belt lies in its ability to shape and stabilize national political outcomes through strategic alliances.

He also reaffirmed the group’s commitment to democracy, good governance and inclusive leadership at all times.

He called on stakeholders, political actors and citizens to embrace the principles of equity, inclusion, strategic cooperation and national unity.

He insisted that such move is the foundation for Nigeria’s next phase of political leadership.

(NAN)

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