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Jonathan not in 2027 race, associates insist

From The Punch · () English

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  • Associates of former President Goodluck Jonathan have dismissed rumors of a 2027 presidential bid, stating he has no intention to run.
  • They claim reports linking him to the race are politically motivated, aimed at creating confusion and advancing specific interests.
  • Jonathan's political structure would be actively mobilizing if he were indeed seeking the presidency, which is currently not the case.

Close associates of former President Goodluck Jonathan have firmly refuted speculations about his potential participation in the 2027 presidential election. They insist that there is no indication whatsoever that the former leader plans to seek the presidency again, describing the circulating reports as politically motivated maneuvers designed to sow confusion within the political landscape.

Anyway, those of us who are close to former President Goodluck Jonathan know that he is not running in the 2027 election.

— Former MinisterAn associate of Goodluck Jonathan states definitively that the former president is not running in 2027.

These associates, speaking anonymously, revealed that Jonathan's name is being exploited by certain factions to advance their own agendas. They pointed to the interim National Working Committee led by Tanimu Turaki (SAN) as a group repeatedly claiming that Jonathan registered with their faction, purchased nomination forms, and was even cleared in absentia. These claims, however, lack any supporting evidence.

If he were, he would be actively involved, and many of us who are part of his political structure would also be mobilising in support of his ambition.

— Former MinisterThe associate explains that Jonathan's absence from public political engagement indicates he is not seeking the presidency.

According to one former minister close to Jonathan, if the former president were genuinely interested in running, he would be openly engaging in consultations and political outreach across the country. The current lack of such activity, coupled with the absence of any clear indication of his intent, leads his associates to believe he is not in the race. They are convinced that Jonathan is not seeking re-election and that individuals are using his name for their own purposes.

At the moment, there is no clear indication that the former president intends to seek re-election in 2027.

— Former MinisterThe associate reiterates the lack of evidence for Jonathan's 2027 presidential ambitions.

Jonathan's associates emphasized that as a statesman, he would not engage in clandestine activities if he were pursuing the presidency. They believe he is waiting for the opportune moment to clarify the situation, confident that Nigerians can discern the truth behind the speculation. The current situation, they assert, is a case of individuals using his name to further their factional or group interests.

Former President Jonathan is not just any aspirant; he is a statesman who served this country meritoriously for about six years.

— Former MinisterThe associate highlights Jonathan's status as a statesman, suggesting his approach to any political pursuit would be transparent.
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