"A Prominent Member of the People's Democratic Party Affirms Calls for Goodluck Jonathan's Presidential Candidacy"
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is considering drafting former President Goodluck Jonathan into the race for the 2027 presidential election. This development is a significant shift in Nigerian politics, marking a new chapter in the jostle for power ahead of the upcoming election.
The PDP's decision to zone the presidential ticket to the South could potentially influence the outcome of the election. However, the potential impact of Jonathan's potential candidacy on the election's outcome remains unclear.
There is rising grassroots and some insider support for Jonathan's presidential bid in 2027. A political group called Bring Back Our Goodluck has urged him to run, citing his leadership qualities and ability to address Nigeria’s security and economic challenges. PDP insiders note that Jonathan would be a strong contender if he chose to seek the party’s ticket, especially since he would be eligible for only one term due to term limits.
However, the PDP as an institution has yet to formally draft or endorse him for the race. Reports and close allies have indicated that Jonathan may be preparing to contest, but this is not yet an official party position. Some PDP allies and former officials publicly acknowledge Jonathan’s potential candidacy but emphasize that party structures and primaries must still play their role in candidate selection.
The source did not confirm that Jonathan has confirmed his intention to run in the 2027 presidential election. The source also revealed that pressures are being mounted on Jonathan to run for president. However, the current stage of the consultations regarding his potential candidacy remains unclear.
One of the sources provided the contact of former President Goodluck Jonathan's media aide, Mr Ikechukwu Eze. The source stated that consultations regarding Jonathan's potential candidacy are still ongoing. It is worth noting that Mr Eze may not confirm the potential candidacy to external parties.
This is not the first time the PDP has considered Jonathan as a possible flag bearer. Similar moves were made in the build-up to the 2019 presidential election, but Jonathan swiftly dismissed the moves, declaring he had no interest in returning to power. As of the current situation, Jonathan has not confirmed his intention to run in the forthcoming 2027 presidential election.
The PDP's decision to draft Jonathan is due to their recent decision to zone the presidential ticket to the South. The source is a former presidential aide who served during Jonathan's tenure from 2010 to 2015. Multiple sources within the PDP have confirmed that the move to draft Jonathan into the 2027 presidential election race is real.
In conclusion, while there is growing support for Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential bid in 2027, the PDP as an institution has yet to formally draft or endorse him for the race. The current stage of the consultations regarding his potential candidacy remains unclear.
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is reportedly considering drafting former President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 presidential election, which marks a significant shift in Nigerian politics.
- A former presidential aide who served during Jonathan's tenure from 2010 to 2015 has confirmed that the PDP is seriously considering drafting Jonathan for the 2027 presidential election race.
- Various sources within the PDP have confirmed that the move to draft Jonathan for the 2027 presidential election is real, fueling speculation about his potential candidacy.
- Despite growing support for Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential bid in 2027, the PDP has yet to formally draft or endorse him for the race, and the current stage of the consultations regarding his potential candidacy remains unclear.
