Tinubu congratulates Jonathan on 68th birthday
President Bola Tinubu congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday, praising his humility, historic 2015 election concession, and diplomatic contributions to Africa.
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2027 talk grows as Jonathan–Bala pairing dominates PDP convention in Ibadan
Supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan sparked fresh 2027 speculation at the PDP convention in Ibadan, displaying banners and promoting a Jonathan–Bala ticket. Their presence, along with posters of other hopefuls, added momentum to the party’s growing presidential permutations.
Sanusi: Boko Haram threat forced Jonathan to backtrack on subsidy removal
Sanusi said Jonathan halted subsidy removal in 2012 to prevent Boko Haram from exploiting protests.
Obasanjo reveals why he stopped El-Rufai from succeeding him as president
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says he turned down a proposal for Nasir El-Rufai to succeed him in 2007, claiming the former FCT Minister was “not yet mature enough” to lead Nigeria.
Obasanjo: Why I refused to hand over power to El-Rufai in 2007
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said he rejected a suggestion to make former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai his successor in 2007 because he considered him immature for the role.
Wike says Jonathan hasn’t informed him of any 2027 presidential ambition
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says former President Goodluck Jonathan has not informed him of any intention to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Reps demand accountability over Jonathan-era’s $460m CCTV deal with China
The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the $460 million Chinese loan obtained under former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration for a CCTV project in Abuja that was never executed.
Nigerians slam Wole Soyinka over silence on Tinubu’s pardon, recall his 2013 attack on Jonathan
Nigerians have criticized Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka for remaining silent on President Tinubu’s controversial pardon after recalling his 2013 condemnation of ex-President Jonathan’s similar action.
Sowore claims Jonathan plans meeting with Tinubu over Nnamdi Kanu’s detention
Sowore says Jonathan promised to discuss Nnamdi Kanu’s detention with President Tinubu “as soon as possible,” describing it as a matter that demands justice and national healing.
Sowore meets Jonathan, seeks support for Nnamdi Kanu’s release
Omoyele Sowore met former President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday to seek his support for Nnamdi Kanu’s release, with Jonathan pledging to raise the issue with President Tinubu.