2027: Kwara South Group Rejects Zoning, Urges Traditional Rulers To Be Non-Partisan

Kwara 2027: Group rejects zoning, Says ‘dragging royal fathers into politics is dangerous’

The Kwara South Integrity Group, a group in the All Progressives Congress (APC) has once again rejected zoning of governorship seat come 2027.

The Group made this declaration on Friday while addressing newsmen at Mustapha Akanbi Hall, Ilorin.

Spokesman of the group, Segun David Buoye said Kwarans will vote their governor, noting that ‘2027 will be decided by the people -not by noise, not by threats, and not by false narratives.’

His words: “We have noted the reaction issued by the so-called “Kwara 4 Kwara North Movement” in response to our Press Release on the 3rd of December 2025. Ordinarily, we would have had no reason to respond to a fringe political group whose only strategy is to rely on zoning as the pathway for their entitled and “anointed” aspirant. However, for the purpose of political education and correction of misconceptions that may mislead the public, we find it necessary to respond and clarify the issues raised.

“Our response is not for their sake, but for the benefit of well-meaning APC members and the general public who deserve clarity based on facts, not emotion.

“As progressive members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), our position remains consistent: every qualified APC member from any senatorial district has the constitutional right to contest for governor. This is the foundation of internal democracy. The APC Constitution protects the rights of all aspirants, without discrimination, and encourages free and fair competition.”

They cautioned APC against back-room endorsements. “They referenced the 2023 presidential election to justify zoning. This is a careless argument. The APC did not zone the presidential ticket to the South. Every aspirant was allowed to enter the field and test their popularity. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu won not because of zoning, but because of massive national support, deep structure, popularity, and political capacity.”

The group said the endorsement of zoning to Kwara North by a few monarchs does not represent the political will of Kwara South. “We hold our respected traditional rulers in very high regard. They are fathers to all — not political officers or representatives of political blocs. Their constitutional role is cultural and moral guidance, not partisan endorsement. Dragging royal fathers into active politics is a dangerous precedent — and the K4KNM position is evidence of that. Instead of allowing aspirants to sell their programmes, they prefer to hide behind palace endorsements.”

“We reaffirm firmly, confidently, and responsibly that Kwara South is ready to produce the next Governor of Kwara State in 2027.This is not an emotional demand — it is based on preparedness”. They concluded

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