In a political twist stirring conversation across Nigeria, an aide to President Bola Tinubu has issued a strong caution to former President Goodluck Jonathan regarding the 2027 presidential race.
The aide, speaking during a media briefing in Abuja, warned Jonathan to be wary of certain political figures now urging him to contest in 2027 — the same individuals, he alleged, who once worked against him and forced him out of office in 2015.
According to the presidential aide, these political actors are not motivated by loyalty or national interest, but by self-serving agendas. He said:
“The same people urging Dr. Jonathan to run again in 2027 were part of those who mobilized against him in 2015. They do not mean well for him or the country.”
Jonathan’s Political Comeback?
Goodluck Jonathan, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015, has largely maintained a statesman-like presence since leaving office. However, rumors of a possible comeback in the 2027 elections have been circulating, with political groups and loyalists reportedly lobbying him to return.
Political analysts note that while Jonathan’s return could shake up the 2027 race, his re-entry into frontline politics may reopen old political wounds and realign Nigeria’s power blocs.
Why the Warning Matters
With the 2027 presidential election still over two years away, early political maneuvering has already begun. Tinubu’s camp appears keen on neutralizing potential threats, while opposition camps may see Jonathan as a unifying figure with national appeal.
The warning from Tinubu’s aide underscores the high stakes in Nigeria’s political chess game, where alliances shift quickly and yesterday’s foes can become today’s allies — and vice versa.
For now, Jonathan has not officially declared his intention to run. Nigerians will be watching closely to see if he will step back into the ring or remain a behind-the-scenes influencer in the country’s political affairs.