Former President Set to Run for Presidency in 2027
Former President Goodluck Jonathan is expected to contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), according to sources within his camp.
A senior member of Jonathan’s team disclosed that the decision followed extensive consultations and strategic considerations, with the PDP seen as offering a stronger pathway for his return to power amid rising economic hardship and public discontent.
The development has triggered intense activity among several support groups, many of which are reportedly competing to purchase the party’s ₦100 million nomination form on his behalf ahead of the submission deadline.
Among the groups said to be mobilising resources are the Coalition for Jonathan, the Goodies Movement, The New Nigeria (TNN), and several northern-based organisations, all pledging to secure the nomination form for the former president.
Sources also indicated that diaspora-based supporters, under the platform of the Goodluckan Movement, are seeking to take the lead in acquiring the form, arguing that they represent a broader cross-section of Nigerians globally.
Although Jonathan had earlier stated that he would consult widely before making a final decision, insiders suggest he has now resolved to run, positioning himself as a candidate capable of addressing economic challenges and reducing hardship across the country.
The PDP has also confirmed that Jonathan has fulfilled the necessary requirements for participation, including completing his registration with the party, further reinforcing speculation about his potential candidacy.
Meanwhile, the former president has approached a Federal High Court in Abuja to challenge a legal suit seeking to bar him from contesting, on the grounds that he has already served two terms. The outcome of the case is expected to determine his eligibility to re-enter the presidential race.
Jonathan, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015, has continued to attract support from various political and civic groups calling for his return ahead of the next general election.
