Former President Goodluck Jonathan Archives

2027: Thugs disrupt PDP Convention as Jonathan emerges Turaki faction’s presidential candidate

May 31, 2026May 31, 2026 Aminu Imam

A convention organised by the interim leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by former Minister of Special Duties, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, descended into chaos yesterday, after political thugs invaded the venue, assaulting journalists and party members shortly after former President Goodluck Jonathan was affirmed as the faction’s presidential candidate for the 2027 election. The convention, initially scheduled to hold at the A-Class Park and Event Centre in Abuja, faced early setbacks after security agents barricaded roads leading to the venue. The development followed a directive by the Federal…

2027: PDP faction to ratify Jonathan as presidential candidate tomorrow

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026 Aminu Imam

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is scheduled to hold a Special National Convention on Saturday to formally ratify former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The convention is to take place at the ‘A’ Class Event Centre, Kashim Ibrahim Way, Wuse-2, Abuja, beginning at 10am. The faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, and its National Organising Secretary, Theophilus Dakas Shan, signed the invitation to the event, yesterday. The invitation described the gathering as a “Special National Convention for the Ratification of…

2027 Presidency: Court throws out suit seeking to stop Jonathan from contest

May 27, 2026May 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a suit seeking to prevent former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting in the 2027 presidential election, affirming that he remains eligible to run for office based on earlier judicial pronouncements. In its ruling, the court held that previous judgments delivered by the Federal High Court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state, and upheld by the Court of Appeal had already settled the issue regarding Jonathan’s constitutional eligibility to seek another term in office. The presiding judge, Justice Peter Lifu, dismissed the case for…

2027: “Nigeria risks crisis if election winners are decided in court” – Jonathan

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former President Goodluck Jonathan had warned that Nigeria’s democracy could face a deeper legitimacy crisis if the judiciary continues to determine electoral winners instead of the ballot. According to him, politicians now head to court because they believe judges can overturn the will of the people. Jonathan spoke on Wednesday, at the opening ceremony of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) ‘Abuja Law Week 2026’, which was held at the NBA House, Abuja, with the theme: ‘Safeguarding Nigeria’s Democratic Process’. The former President, who attended as Special Guest of Honour, said…

2027: “Stop dragging Jonathan into broken system”, Lamiɗo warns

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamiɗo, has issued a sharp warning over growing calls for former President Goodluck Jonathan to return to active partisan politics ahead of the 2027 elections, describing the push as a symptom of national frustration rather than a serious political solution. Lamiɗo, while writing on his Facebook wall, did not mince words as he argued that the renewed agitation for Jonathan‘s comeback is being fueled by what he called a deepening sense of hopelessness within Nigeria’s political landscape. According to him, the country’s current political environment…

2027: “Jonathan has purchased PDP presidential form” – Umar Sani

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 Aminu Imam

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has claimed that former President Goodluck Jonathan has purchased a presidential nomination form ahead of the 2027 general election. Sani, who made the disclosure during an interview yesterday, said Jonathan’s actions indicate serious interest in returning to partisan politics ahead of the next presidential election. “In politics, what is important is action. If you are interested, there are processes you have to follow, one of which is the procurement of nomination forms. He has done that”, he stated. When asked…

2027: PDP to screen Goodluck Jonathan today

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Sparks debate questioning PDP’s ability to challenge APC Fresh political developments within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have intensified discussions over a possible return of former President Goodluck Jonathan to the presidential race, as preparations for his reported screening coincide with growing doubts about the opposition party’s electoral strength ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the PDP has fixed today Tuesday for the screening of Jonathan, in what the party described as its sole presidential aspirant, according to reports from within the party. The development…

2027: Jonathan’s comeback rumours deepen, as Coalition backs bid

May 9, 2026May 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Court moves to block eligibility Fresh indications have emerged that former President Goodluck Jonathan may be preparing for a dramatic return to presidential politics ahead of the 2027 general election, even as a legal battle seeking to stop his ambition gathers momentum at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The growing speculation intensified on Thursday after the Coalition for Jonathan openly declared that the former Nigerian leader would contest the 2027 presidential election, despite ongoing consultations surrounding the move. Speaking during an interview on television, the Coalition’s convener, Tom Ohikere…

Youths storm Jonathan’s Abuja home, urge him to join 2027 race

May 8, 2026May 8, 2026 Aminu Imam

A group of youths, under the aegis of the Coalition for Goodluck Jonathan, yesterday stormed the Abuja residence of former President Goodluck Jonathan, urging him to contest the 2027 presidential election. The supporters gathered around Taraba Close in the Maitama area of Abuja, chanting solidarity songs and displaying placards calling on the former Nigerian leader to return to active politics. The rally reportedly caused heavy traffic within the upscale district as demonstrators danced and waved banners bearing inscriptions such as: ‘GEJ: Nigeria is dying, save it’, and: ‘GEJ, if you…

“Good governance starts with effective economic policies” – Jonathan

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former president Goodluck Jonathan says Nigeria’s democracy can only remain stable and sustainable if supported by effective economic policies that deliver tangible benefits to citizens. Jonathan stated this on Thursday in Lagos at the 10th anniversary of the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, where a report on strengthening the link between democracy and economic growth in Nigeria was launched. He said Nigeria’s democratic system has endured over the years but warned that endurance alone is not enough without policies that improve living standards and economic outcomes. According to him, democracy is increasingly…