A presidential aspirant under the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Cesnabmihlo Doroyhy Nuhu Akenova, has backed out of the race.
Akenove disclosed this in a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, stating that she had to step down after the presidential position was zoned to the South.
She went ahead to avow her support for Adewole Adebayo, a leading aspirant of the political party from the South West.
“Today is special because I have come to affirm a number of things concerning our great country, Nigeria as you all know.
“Before now, I was in the raise for the SDP’s presidential ticket. But the President’s position has been zoned to the South West of Nigeria and this has disqualified me to run for the primary.
” And as an obedient and loyal member of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, I’m declaring before you all that I’ve stepped down my aspiration.
“I must point out at this moment that my abiding reason for contesting for the highest office in the land wasn’t about me.
“But to get the actual change that will cause a turnaround for Nigeria and her people.
“I’m pleased to inform you, therefore, that having been made ineligible, I’ve identified a formidable candidate, and eligible for this contest and shares the same passion, ideal, and aspiration for the social-economic development of Nigeria and her people and I’ve decided to throw all my weight behind this credible candidate and he is Prince Adewole Adebayo. “