OBJ Did 8 Yrs, Yar’Adua Did 3 Years; Did Anybody Fight After GEJ finished His Boss’s 1 Year? – Momodu

As Nigeria gears up for future elections, Dele Momodu has thrown fuel on the ongoing zoning debate, challenging political narratives that some claim dictate who should govern.

Speaking on Arise TV, the ADC chieftain asked: If you’re in nigeria right now, Watch Video Now.

“Obasanjo did 8 years, Yar’Adua did 3 years; did anybody fight after Goodluck Jonathan finished his boss’s 1 year?”

Momodu used the statement to question why arguments about zoning and rotational presidency are being overblown today, pointing out that history shows Nigeria has never strictly followed an eight-year regional rotation. Jonathan, he noted, completed his predecessor’s term and still contested for a full tenure without the resistance politicians claim is mandatory today.

The ADC leader emphasized that the Nigerian Constitution does not bar eligible candidates from contesting elections based on their region, warning that pushing misleading narratives could distort democratic principles. Political victories, Momodu said, are shaped by alliances, strategy, and voter sentiment—not informal agreements.

For insiders following the debate, the full breakdown of Momodu’s take on zoning, elections, and political strategy is shocking—and could change how Nigerians view the 2027 elections. See the details here.

He concluded by urging political stakeholders to focus on fairness, openness, and credible platforms, reminding the country that a balanced approach will strengthen democracy and ensure legitimate electoral outcomes.

What do you think? Is zoning still relevant, or is it just a distraction from strategy and governance? Drop your thoughts in the comments and share this with someone following Nigeria’s political scene—it’s a debate that’s heating up.

— Reported by TimesNG Global Desk