Okupe, speaking candidly about Nigeria’s political future during a program on Arise TV, argued that it is crucial to adhere to the principle of rotating power between the North and the South, rather than having a concentrated political cycle.
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TimesNow.com.ng reports that his statement comes in response to growing speculation that northern political interests may seek to retain control in the upcoming elections.
The former LP official noted that while he did not necessarily advocate for Bola Tinubu to run again in 2027, the rotation system should be respected, and the North should not dominate for a third consecutive term.
Okupe further stressed the importance of national cooperation, concession, and understanding in the country’s political process.
Reflecting on the country’s history, he pointed to moments of compromise in the past, such as the educational disparities between the North and South, which led to policy adjustments to ensure fairness.
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He also referenced the role of policies like affirmative action in education, where students from the North are often granted additional support to attend universities despite lower entrance scores.
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Source: TimesNow.com.ng
