Goodluck Jonathan Refutes Claims of Withdrawing from 2027 Presidential Race
Contrary to recent media reports, former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has firmly denied abandoning his intention to run in the 2027 presidential election. He labeled the circulating narratives as inaccurate and misleading.
Debunking False Reports on Jonathan’s Political Plans
The controversy arose after Newsweek Nigeria published an article suggesting that Jonathan had decided against a presidential comeback to preserve Southern Nigeria’s political unity ahead of the upcoming elections. However, this assertion was promptly challenged by Jonathan’s cousin, Azibaola Robert.
In a statement posted on his official Facebook account, Azibaola dismissed the report as fabricated, emphasizing that the former president never declared any intention to forgo the 2027 race. He also revealed that the alleged aide cited in the article does not exist.
Clarifying Jonathan’s Position on Southern Unity and Election Ambitions
Azibaola criticized the Newsweek Nigeria headline, “Jonathan Rejects Pressure to Contest in 2027, Says He Won’t Be Used Against Southern Unity,” branding it as fake news and urging the public to disregard such misinformation. He further explained that Jonathan remains resolute in his plans to contest, viewing the calls for him to step aside as motivated by personal interests rather than genuine concern for regional harmony.
“The former president has made it clear that he will not succumb to pressures discouraging his candidacy, as those urging him to desist are driven by selfish agendas,” Azibaola added, though he did not specify when Jonathan might officially announce his candidacy.
Ongoing Political Consultations and the Implications for 2027
While Jonathan has yet to make a formal declaration, reports indicate that he is actively engaging with political leaders and stakeholders across Nigeria. His potential re-entry into the presidential race has reignited discussions about the rotation of power among Nigeria’s geopolitical zones, the quest for Southern consensus, and the broader implications of a former president seeking another term.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, these developments underscore the complex dynamics shaping the country’s political landscape, with Jonathan’s moves closely watched by both supporters and critics alike.
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