‘Never Again’: Igbo Leaders Warn Atiku Abubakar Against Blocking Southeast’s 2027 Bid

Igbo elders, youth groups and market leaders across the Southeast have issued a firm warning to Atiku Abubakar. They recall how he refused to zone the PDP ticket in 2023 and blame him for fracturing their presidential dream. Traders in Onitsha and Aba describe the 2023 decision as “the wound that refused to heal.” They say it forced Peter Obi out of the party and scattered the Igbo campaign at its most critical hour. Youth and traditional rulers now warn that history will not forgive a repeat. Even without a formal 2027 declaration, they see familiar signs. Their message is clear: respect zoning or face the consequences.

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