(DDM) – A nationwide mobilisation drive has commenced to advocate for the election of a president of Igbo extraction in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.
The initiative is being coordinated by the Igbo Presidency Project (IPP), which aims to deploy volunteers to every polling unit across the country to promote awareness and garner support for its cause.
At the launch of the campaign, the National Coordinator, Prince Chinedu Nsofor, described the movement as rooted in the pursuit of justice, fairness, and national balance.
He stressed that the South-East geopolitical zone has historically been politically sidelined despite its significant contributions to nation-building and economic development.
“The demand for an Igbo president is not a plea for favour, but a legitimate call for justice, equity, and national stability,” Nsofor said, noting that Nigeria cannot thrive sustainably while one of its most nation-building peoples remains excluded from the highest office.
He highlighted that the campaign would rely heavily on grassroots engagement, outreach programs, and peaceful persuasion, ensuring that all activities adhere to democratic and constitutional norms.
Nsofor emphasised that the movement is not motivated solely by ethnic sentiment but is a national project aimed at strengthening inclusive governance and national unity.
He pointed out that the Igbo people have historically contributed significantly to sectors such as agriculture, commerce, manufacturing, education, healthcare, sports, and public service, creating a strong presence in communities across Nigeria.
According to the coordinator, Igbo entrepreneurs and professionals have been central to the country’s internal trade and industrial expansion, reflecting a system that values meritocracy, competition, and decentralised leadership.
The IPP has outlined a volunteer strategy, assigning 10 volunteers to each polling unit nationwide. These volunteers are tasked with community engagement, public education, and voter sensitisation to build widespread acceptance for the prospect of an Igbo presidency.
Prince Nsofor also underlined the Igbo tradition of inter-ethnic coexistence, asserting that this reflects their commitment to national integration rather than isolation.
The campaign seeks to address political exclusion, reduce regional tensions, and enhance equity in national governance, ensuring that all zones of the country feel adequately represented in leadership.
IPP believes that success in its campaign will contribute to long-term national stability, equitable power distribution, and strengthened democratic values, paving the way for a more inclusive political system ahead of the 2027 elections.
The group reiterated that all actions would be peaceful, lawful, and geared toward constructive engagement with citizens, communities, and other stakeholders across Nigeria.
Through its coordinated volunteer network and public mobilisation efforts, the IPP aims to make the call for an Igbo presidency a prominent national conversation well before the 2027 polls.
The campaign also intends to educate citizens on the historical contributions of the Igbo to Nigeria’s economic and social development, highlighting the need for representative leadership at the federal level.
