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.
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.
2027: Suit against Jonathan’s eligibility an abuse of court process – Lawyer
Senior Advocate Oba Maduabuchi has described the fresh suit challenging former President Goodluck Jonathan’s eligibility for the 2027 election as an “abuse of court process,” insisting the matter was already settled by a Yenagoa court and remains valid law until overturned on appeal.
Ex-President Jonathan sued over attempt to join 2027 presidential race
A lawyer has filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.