2027 Presidential Election: North’s Population Power may decide presidential elections outcome.

North’s Power to Decide 2027 Presidency

The North is gearing up to play a decisive role in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election—and leaders in the region are not hiding their confidence. With 60% of the country’s population and a massive chunk of its land, they believe they hold the trump card.The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) Board of Trustees, a powerful voice in Northern Nigeria, says the region won’t sit on the sidelines this time. The chairman, Alhaji Bashir M. Dalhatu, made this clear as he addressed mounting calls from Northern elders for the Forum to keep a close watch on politicians and their promises.

According to Dalhatu, pressure is building. Many want the Forum to begin monitoring policies and projects that genuinely benefit Northerners. He said the region is “watching and auditing” elected and appointed leaders, especially those at the federal level.

But as the political drums of the 2027  presidential  elections begin to beat louder, the North’s fears remain grounded in one haunting reality—insecurity. The BOT warned that security issues in the North are spiraling out of control. Their plea was sharp and urgent: the federal government must act fast before the situation collapses into full-blown chaos.

“The security challenges are worsening by the day,” Dalhatu said plainly.

Yet, beyond politics and safety, the Forum raised concerns over land. This time, it’s about justice. The BOT decried what it called the unfair displacement of indigenous communities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). These families, whose homes were cleared to make way for Nigeria’s capital city, have allegedly received no compensation.

Dalhatu didn’t mince words. He said the North, despite facing several struggles, has everything it needs to compete and win—if united.

He reminded Nigerians that the North consists of 19 out of 36 states, plus the FCT. In the National Assembly and federal councils, Northerners have a numerical advantage. And with almost 75% of Nigeria’s land and a huge youth population, he insisted that no region could ignore the North’s clout.

“This region is too big and too strong to be pushed aside,” he said. “But unity is our greatest weapon. If we stand together and put the region first, no one can defeat us. Divided, we fall.”

Although some voices say it’s too early to talk about 2027, the Forum believes planning must begin now. Northern leaders are already submitting proposals. These documents call for a special ACF committee to review the current government’s work and measure how well it aligns with Northern interests.

Dalhatu made it clear that their loyalty won’t be given to any political party or figure. Instead, the North will throw its weight behind those who promote and protect regional needs.

He stated, “Our commitment is to Northern Nigeria, not to individuals or party lines. We support anyone who genuinely cares about our people.”

One issue stirring unease is the claim of land being seized in the North by people from the South. The Forum claims this trend is one-sided and not allowed to happen the other way around. Though they didn’t offer data, the sentiment reflects a deep concern over fairness and territorial rights.

The ACF emphasized that every policy, every program, and every politician must be judged by what they do for the North. It’s not about who they are or where they come from—it’s about what they deliver.

In the coming months, as campaigns for the 2027 presidential elections quietly begin to form beneath the surface, the North plans to hold its cards close. But it’s also laying down the rules: respect, fairness, and results.

The ACF’s message is both a warning and a declaration. The North is done playing second fiddle. With its numbers, land, and voice, it is ready to shape the nation’s future—one vote at a time.