ANALYSIS: How defections, zoning, consensus deals shaped emergence of APC’s 28 governorship candidates

The article dives into how strategic political maneuvers like defections, zoning agreements, and consensus deals have played a pivotal role in shaping the All Progressives Congress's (APC) list of 28 governorship candidates. These methods reveal a party where internal politics and strategic alliances overshadow open competition, reflecting broader issues about democracy and political integrity in Nigeria. The implications suggest a system where power dynamics and pre-arranged deals might be overshadowing merit and genuine democratic processes, raising concerns about the future of fair elections in the country.