26 h. ago EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again? 

Tribune Online EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again?  Remember, Jonathan did not voluntarily leave the Aso Rock in 2015; he was defeated at the polls. That is, Jonathan sought re-election but was ousted by Nigerians in favour of... EXPLAINER: Is Goodluck Jonathan constitutionally eligible to become Nigeria’s President again?  Tribune Online

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63 h. ago Shehu Sani reacts to Jonathan’s statement on Nigerian politics

By Seyi Babalola Shehu Sani, a former federal lawmaker, has reacted to former President Goodluck Jonathan’s recent assertion that betrayers abound in Nigerian politics. He advised young Nigerians who want to pursue careers in politics to take inspiration from Goodluck Jonathan’s path. Jonathan has said that he was betrayed when running for reelection in 2015. […] The post Shehu Sani reacts to Jonathan’s statement on Nigerian politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal

By Seyi Babalola Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal indicated that President Bola Tinubu cannot overcome an opposition led by former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso. According to Tambuwal, if these politicians decide to run in 2027, Tinubu will be unable to defeat them. He did, however, encourage […] The post 2027: Why Tinubu cannot defeat opposition of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso – Tambuwal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago 2027: Shaky Political Base, Structure Threaten Jonathan’s Comeback Move

Former President Goodluck Jonathan is set to quietly decline to run for president in the much-touted 2027 election, LEADERSHIP Weekend has gathered. A week-long investigation by this paper indicated that the former president is under pressure not to contest. Jonathan has been named as one of the possible presidential aspirants from the southern part of […]

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3 d. ago ‘I Didn’t Betray Wike, We Were All Running For Presidency’, Tambuwal Clarifies

Former Sokoto State governor and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal, has denied claims of betrayal in his political relationship with Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, insisting that their presidential ambitions were independent. Speaking on Channels TV’s ‘Politics Today’ on Friday night, Tambuwal said he bore no grudge against Wike and had not […]

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3 d. ago Goodluck Jonathan: I witnessed betrayal during 2015 election

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says his allies betrayed him during the 2015 elections, describing Nigerian politics as one defined by read more Goodluck Jonathan: I witnessed betrayal during 2015 election

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5 d. ago Insecurity In Nigeria Traced To Desperation To Unseat Jonathan: Datti Baba

Labour Party’s 2023 Vice-Presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has linked Nigeria’s prevailing insecurity to what he described as the desperation to remove former President Goodluck Jonathan from power in 2015. Baba-Ahmed made the remark on Tuesday while featuring on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television. He said events that played out during the 2011 and […] The post Insecurity In Nigeria Traced To Desperation To Unseat Jonathan: Datti Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 2027: Jonathan Legally Eligible To Run Again For President – SAN Ubani

  Monday Ubani, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has affirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is legally eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. He stated that this eligibility is clearly provided for under the 1999 Constitution. Ubani made the statement on Tuesday, during an interview with Arise Television, emphasising that his position was strictly […] The post 2027: Jonathan Legally Eligible To Run Again For President – SAN Ubani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago “Jonathan Shouldn’t Contest 2027 Presidential Election” – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against contesting in the 2027 presidential elections. He warned that Jonathan is being influenced by individuals who misled him in the past. Wike urged the ex-president not to allow himself to be used by politicians with ulterior motives. Addressing journalists […] The post “Jonathan Shouldn’t Contest 2027 Presidential Election” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Wike warns against Jonathan’s 2027 bid, rejects Peter Obi’s PDP comeback, affirms loyalty to Tinubu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cautioned former Presidfent Goodluck Jonathan against joining the race for 2027 presidential poll. He also warned the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) not to re-admit former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi into the party . Speaking during a media chat in Abuja, Wike advised Jonathan […] The post Wike warns against Jonathan’s 2027 bid, rejects Peter Obi’s PDP comeback, affirms loyalty to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu

By Seyi Babalola Former President Goodluck Jonathan has chastised Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo (SAN) and legal scholar Prof. Chidi Odinkalu for opposing his speculated 2027 presidential bid, urging them to refrain from interfering in his political decisions. Keyamo and Odinkalu had advised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to give Jonathan its ticket, claiming […] The post 2027: Stay away from my political decisions – Jonathan knocks Keyamo, Odinkalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2027: Wike warns against Jonathan’s bid, addresses Peter Obi’s PDP comeback

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a series of sharp warnings and political insights regarding the 2027 Nigerian presidential election. Wike cautioned former President Goodluck Jonathan against re-entering the race, dismissing calls for Peter Obi to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and confirming […] The post 2027: Wike warns against Jonathan’s bid, addresses Peter Obi’s PDP comeback appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2027: Jonathan Eligible To Contest, Azibaola Replies Keyamo, Odinkalu

Robert Azibaola, a relative to former President Goodluck Jonathan, has insisted that the ex-leader was constitutionally qualified to contest the 2027 presidential election. Azibaola’s clarification followed remarks by the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo (SAN), and human rights lawyer, Professor Chidi Odinkalu, who argued that Jonathan was ineligible. He described their position as unfounded, stressing that […]

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7 d. ago Wike slams politicians pushing Jonathan’s 2027 bid, cites 2015 betrayal

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has criticised politicians urging former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the read more Wike slams politicians pushing Jonathan’s 2027 bid, cites 2015 betrayal

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8 d. ago Festus Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Goodluck Jonathan, For 2027 Presidential Election

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has cautioned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against presenting former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general election, stressing that such a move could endanger the opposition party’s chances. In a post shared via his official X handle on Sunday, Keyamo argued that […] The post Festus Keyamo Warns PDP Against Fielding Goodluck Jonathan, For 2027 Presidential Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Marital betrayal: Agony, shock of parenting another man’s child

• Reasons infidelity by women won’t end soon By Enyeribe Ejiogu and Agatha Emeadi There is tension, anxiety and worry in many marriages. The intensity is growing, particularly among women who may have played the field before settling into marriage or had flings while married and came away with corn seeds sown by men who […] The post Marital betrayal: Agony, shock of parenting another man’s child appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “Jonathan Lacks Political Strength To Challenge Tinubu” – APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has claimed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is incapable of unseating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The party stressed that even if Jonathan decides to contest in the 2027 general elections, he does not pose a threat to President Tinubu’s position. The party made its position clear in […] The post “Jonathan Lacks Political Strength To Challenge Tinubu” – APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Jonathan Hasn’t Ruled Himself Out Of 2027 Presidential Contest, Says Ex

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has denied reports suggesting that he has abandoned plans to contest the 2027 presidential election, describing the claims as false and misleading. The clarification followed a publication by Newsweek Nigeria, which claimed that Jonathan had opted not to pursue a comeback bid in order not to disrupt Southern unity ahead of […]

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1 week ago 2027: Nigeria has moved beyond nostalgia around Goodluck Jonathan – Lagos APC

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that Nigeria has moved on beyond the politics of sentiment, nostalgia, and symbolism surrounding former President Goodluck Jonathan. The remark was made by APC spokesman Seye Oladejo in a statement on Friday amid speculations around Jonathan’s possible inclusion in the 2027 presidential race. […] The post 2027: Nigeria has moved beyond nostalgia around Goodluck Jonathan – Lagos APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago PDP considering Jonathan, Obi for 2027 presidency, Bauchi gov confirms

Tribune Online PDP considering Jonathan, Obi for 2027 presidency, Bauchi gov confirms THE chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, Governor Muhammed Bala of Bauchi State, on Thursday, indicated that the party is considering former President Goodluck Jonathan and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, for the 2027 presidency. The assertion by the Bauchi governor came amid speculations that […] PDP considering Jonathan, Obi for 2027 presidency, Bauchi gov confirms Tribune Online

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