Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to pursue a constitutional amendment that would formally establish rotational presidency in Nigeria if he emerges victorious in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during an appearance on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television, Atiku made a strong case for institutionalizing zoning, describing it as a pathway to fairness, inclusion, and long-term political stability. According to him, embedding rotational presidency in the constitution would eliminate ambiguity around power-sharing and ensure that all regions of the country feel adequately represented at the highest level of governance. “If I am president, even if it is the only amendment I can make, I would move towards that,” he stated, underscoring the priority he places on the reform. Atiku further argued that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains unique among political parties in Nigeria for having a zoning framework already enshrined in its constitution. He sugg...
Marine Le Pen, the leader of France’s far-right National Rally party, has filed an appeal against a recent embezzlement conviction that currently prevents her from running in the upcoming presidential election. The ruling has significant implications for the French political landscape, as Le Pen remains a prominent figure in national politics.
Her legal team argues that the conviction was unjust and is seeking to overturn the ban, keeping open the possibility of her participation in the 2027 presidential race.
The appeal marks the latest chapter in a long-standing legal and political battle for Le Pen, who has previously faced scrutiny over campaign financing and other allegations.

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