Jonathan meets Sierra Leone president, reaffirms role in ECOWAS peace mission

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has met with Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio in Freetown, engaging in discussions centered on peace, democratic governance, and regional cooperation within West Africa. Jonathan stated that the visit was undertaken in his role as Special Envoy for President Bola Tinubu, and also in connection with his involvement with regional democracy platforms.

During the meeting, Jonathan and Bio addressed issues of mutual interest, with a particular focus on strengthening stability across the West African sub-region. The engagement also involved representatives from the Economic Community of West African States Commission and the West African Elders Forum. Jonathan expressed his gratitude to President Bio for the warm reception and fruitful discussions.

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Today, I paid a special visit to His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio… Our discussions focused on issues of mutual interest and matters relating to peace, stability, democratic governance, and regional cooperation within the West African sub-region.

This visit occurs shortly after a Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that Jonathan is eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. The court determined that he remains qualified to seek the presidency, even after being sworn in twice. This ruling has generated political commentary and renewed speculation about Jonathan's future in national politics.

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I deeply appreciate President Bio for the warm reception, gracious hospitality, and conviviality extended to me during our fruitful engagements.