National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, has expressed his stance that discussing zoning for the 2023 elections at this early stage is premature.
Following his meeting with President Buhari at the state house in Abuja on January 7, the former Governor of Lagos emphasized the importance of directing attention towards nation building and the development of Nigeria rather than on zoning.
Tinubu articulated, “We cannot use 365 days in a year and 360 to work on politics, it’s not possible. Anybody talking about zoning now is just completely restless and not focused on the agenda of nation building and development of our country. That time is not now. We have just finished one election and Mr. President is busy sorting out the Budget, working for the people of this country. Of course, restlessness of politics is going to be there, but any lover of this country will not talk about the succession plan yet. That’s the truth. Concentrate on working for the country, help the President to help the country. There’s nothing more than that.”
In addition, he praised President Buhari for refuting reports of seeking a third term in office during his New Year message.