Yoruba groups have come out strongly to demand that the next president of Nigeria must come from the southern part of the country.

They said it is only fair for power to remain in the South after the current administration. The groups made their position clear during a recent meeting where they discussed the future of leadership in Nigeria.

The groups pointed out that the North has produced presidents for 46 years since independence, while the South has ruled for only 20 years. They believe this imbalance shows that the South deserves more time in power.

According to them, any move by the North to take the presidency again in 2027 would not be accepted.

They warned that they will resist any attempt to shift power back to the North. The groups stressed that the South must produce the next leader to balance the equation and give every region a fair chance. Their message is aimed at political parties and leaders across the country as preparations for the next election begin.

Many people in the South see this demand as a call for justice and equity in leadership. The groups believe that continuing with a southern president will help address issues that affect the region and promote unity. They urged all southern leaders to support this position and speak with one voice.

This development adds to the growing political talks ahead of 2027. Different groups are already positioning themselves and making their demands known. The call from the Yoruba groups is expected to spark more debates on how power should rotate in Nigeria.

In the end, the demand for a southern presidency shows how important regional balance remains in the country’s politics. As the election cycle approaches, leaders will have to listen to these voices and find ways to keep the nation united while addressing calls for fairness from different parts of the country.