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Jonathan To Meet Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention After Meeting With Sowore

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Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has revealed that former President Goodluck Jonathan has agreed to engage President Bola Tinubu on the continued detention of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu. Sowore made this known on Friday through his X handle after a private meeting with Jonathan in Abuja. According to him, their conversation focused on the urgent need to address Kanu’s prolonged detention in a fair and just manner. “Earlier today in Abuja, I met with former President Goodluck Jonathan to discuss the continued incarceration of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu,” Sowore wrote. “President Jonathan agreed that there is an urgent and compelling need to address this matter decisively and justly. I thank him sincerely for recognising the importance of resolving Kanu’s case in the interest of peace, fairness, and national healing. Particularly assuring was that he promised to meet President Bola Tinubu to discuss this issue as soon as possible.” Sowore added that Jonathan’s stance adds weight to the growing calls from prominent Nigerians demanding justice in Kanu’s case — a list that includes Atiku Abubakar, Femi Falana (SAN), and Senator Shehu Sani. He also urged other influential figures such as Peter Obi, Chukwuma Soludo, Alex Otti, Francis Nwifuru, Peter Mbah, Hope Uzodinma, Oby Ezekwesili, and Ohanaeze Ndigbo President John Mbata to join in advocating for Kanu’s release. Kanu has been in detention since 2021 after being re-arrested abroad and brought back to Nigeria to face charges of terrorism and treasonable felony. Despite several court orders granting him bail or demanding his release, the government has yet to comply.  

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PDP Northern Support Group Endorses Goodluck Jonathan For 2027

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Northern Support Group has reaffirmed its confidence in the party’s Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Iliya Umar Damagum, and endorsed former President Goodluck Jonathan as its preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The endorsement was made in a communiqué issued after the group’s 8th Northern Support Group Meeting, held in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, from October 8 to 9, 2025. Signed by Hon. Yusuf Abubakar, Northern Coordinator, and Hon. Adamu Ahmed Narayi, North-West Zonal Secretary, the communiqué stated that delegates from all northern states participated in the meeting, united in their resolve to rebuild and reposition the PDP for victory in 2027. The group commended Damagum for his ongoing reconciliation drive, describing his leadership as instrumental in restoring discipline and unity within the party. It expressed optimism that with renewed focus and collective effort, the PDP would reclaim power at both national and state levels. Declaring its full support for Goodluck Jonathan’s comeback, the group described the former president as a “symbol of peace, unity, and progress” who embodies the values needed to restore public confidence in the party. It urged all PDP stakeholders to begin nationwide mobilisation to ensure his emergence as the presidential flagbearer in 2027. According to the communiqué, Jonathan’s peaceful handover of power in 2015 remains a testament to his patriotism and leadership. It dismissed concerns about his eligibility to contest again, saying the matter had long been settled legally and politically. However, the group voiced concern over what it called acts of disloyalty by some PDP leaders, accusing certain members of the National Working Committee (NWC) of working against the party’s interest while maintaining ties with the ruling APC. It also criticised Minister Nyesom Wike, alleging that his actions have deepened divisions within the PDP while serving under the APC-led government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The communiqué urged Damagum to take disciplinary action against any member undermining party unity, stressing that loyalty to the PDP must come before personal ambition. Reiterating that the PDP retains deep grassroots support across the North, the group called for the rebuilding of party structures, renewed discipline, and strong internal cohesion to ensure success in 2027. It concluded by pledging unwavering loyalty to the PDP leadership and a firm commitment to the collective effort to return the party to power in the next general elections.  

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Lawyer Moves to Bar Former President Jonathan From 2027 Presidential Race Over Term Limit

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A lawyer has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election, claiming that doing so would breach Nigeria’s constitutional two-term limit for presidents. The suit also asks the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to be barred from accepting or publishing Jonathan’s name as a candidate. Jonathan is listed as the first defendant, with INEC and the Attorney General of the Federation named as the second and third defendants. The case, filed by Johnmary Chukwukasi Jideobi under file number FHC/ABJ/CS/2102/2025, challenges Jonathan’s eligibility under Sections 1(1), (2), (3) and 137(3) of the 1999 Constitution as amended. The plaintiff is seeking four main orders from the court: A declaration that Jonathan is constitutionally barred from contesting or holding the office of President. A declaration that INEC cannot receive or publish his nomination for the 2027 election. A perpetual injunction preventing Jonathan from submitting himself to any political party as a presidential candidate in 2027 or future elections. A perpetual injunction restraining INEC from recognizing or publicizing his candidacy. Additionally, the suit asks the court to direct the Attorney General to enforce compliance with any orders issued. In a supporting affidavit, Emmanuel Agida argued that allowing Jonathan to run in 2027 would exceed the constitutionally permitted cumulative eight-year presidential term. Agida emphasized that the petition is aimed at protecting constitutional governance and upholding the rule of law in Nigeria.

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Oshiomhole Says Jonathan Has No Chance Against APC in 2027, Urges Him to Protect Legacy

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Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan would face an uphill battle if he decides to contest the 2027 presidential election against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Oshiomhole argued that Jonathan’s political influence in the South-South has weakened significantly since 2015, making it nearly impossible for him to mount a credible challenge. “We will defeat him flatly if he comes out because now, the South-South is no longer PDP, so where is he going to start from?” Oshiomhole said. The former Edo State governor added that only those who do not wish Jonathan well would encourage him to return to active politics, cautioning that doing so could tarnish his hard-earned legacy. “How can Jonathan be a threat? We defeated him before, when PDP was truly PDP. If a man had a PDP at its peak and was defeated, only his enemy would push him to contest again,” he stated. Oshiomhole urged Jonathan to maintain his status as a respected statesman rather than seek another term after already serving eight years. “If I were advising him, I would say, Sir, preserve this status. You governed for eight years; you don’t need to govern for nine. He has shown that you can remain relevant and at peace even out of power,” he said. He also commended Jonathan for his historic concession in the 2015 election, describing it as a move that enhanced his global reputation.

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Goodluck Jonathan Denies Accusing Late Buhari Of Boko Haram Links, Says Comments Misrepresented

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan has denied suggesting that the late President Muhammadu Buhari had any ties to Boko Haram, insisting that his comments were misrepresented. In a statement on Saturday, issued by his media aide Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan said he never alleged, hinted, or implied that Buhari supported or was connected to the terrorist group. The clarification follows Jonathan’s remarks on Friday at the launch of Scars, a book by former Chief of Defence Staff Lucky Irabor. Jonathan had recounted that Boko Haram once listed Buhari among individuals they wanted to act as mediators in peace talks with the government. Jonathan, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015, explained that the insurgents’ mention of Buhari occurred after his administration had established committees to engage with the group. Former presidential spokesman Garba Shehu dismissed Jonathan’s account as “false and politically motivated.” Eze stressed that Jonathan’s comments were intended to highlight Boko Haram’s deceptive strategies rather than implicate Buhari. “Boko Haram often invoked the names of respected public figures without their knowledge to create confusion, exploit divisions, and undermine public confidence in government,” the statement said. Jonathan’s remarks, Eze added, were meant to illustrate the insurgents’ duplicity. He noted that if Buhari had truly been their chosen negotiator, Boko Haram’s attacks would not have persisted after he became president. The statement concluded by reaffirming Jonathan’s respect for Buhari’s commitment to fighting terrorism and said that both leaders shared a common goal of restoring peace and stability to Nigeria. Eze urged the public to disregard distorted reports, emphasizing that Jonathan remains committed to peace, unity, and strengthening democracy.  

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan Says Chibok Girls Abduction Still Haunts His Legacy

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Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has described the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls as a lasting and painful scar on his time in office. Jonathan spoke on Friday at the public presentation of SCARS: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram Conundrum, a memoir by retired Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor. He praised Irabor, calling him “a soldier who stood for truth and never played politics with security.” Reflecting on the Chibok tragedy, Jonathan said, “The title of this book is quite interesting. One of the major scars on my government is the Chibok Girls. As Bishop Kukah said, no plastic or cosmetic surgeon can remove it. It is a scar I will die with.” The abduction of 276 schoolgirls in Borno State triggered global outrage and the #BringBackOurGirls campaign. While some girls escaped or were rescued, more than 80 are still missing. Jonathan recounted that Boko Haram began in 2009 while he was Vice President under Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and grew during his presidency. “I battled Boko Haram for five years as President. I thought Buhari would wipe them out quickly, but they remain,” he said. He stressed that the insurgency is far more complex than commonly perceived and urged Nigeria to rethink its strategies to effectively tackle the threat.

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Jonathan Reveals Boko Haram Once Selected Buhari as Negotiator

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that Boko Haram once selected Muhammadu Buhari to act as their negotiator with the Nigerian government. Jonathan made the disclosure on Friday during the public presentation of Scars, a book by former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor (retd.), in Abuja. He explained that the insurgents chose Buhari after Jonathan’s administration set up multiple committees to engage the group in dialogue. “One of the committees we set up then, Boko Haram nominated Buhari to lead their team to negotiate with the government,” Jonathan said. “I thought that if they had nominated Buhari to represent them and interact with the government committee, then when Buhari became president, it might have provided an easier path to negotiations, and they could have surrendered their weapons. But the problem still exists today.” Jonathan added that the insurgency’s persistence underscores its complexity, noting that Buhari’s inability to fully eliminate Boko Haram highlighted the challenges of addressing the crisis.

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Former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, was a guest speaker at the ninth edition of the Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) Annual Leadership Discourse held in Lagos. Speaking on the theme *“Fearless Leadership: A Panacea for Sustainable Development,”* Amaechi discussed a range of issues, including his role in mobilizing against former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 presidential elections. Amaechi explained that his decision to mobilize against Jonathan was rooted in his dissatisfaction with the president's leadership style, pointing to the economic struggles Nigerians were facing as Jonathan left office, including the rising dollar rate. Amaechi recounted the personal dangers he faced during this period, revealing that even though he had the immunity of a governor, the risks were severe. He shared an anecdote about his attempt to visit Ekiti, where he was blocked by security forces. Despite being advised against it, he persisted in his travel, leading to a tense standoff with soldiers. The situation became more dangerous when Amaechi was warned that his life could not be accounted for if he stayed in the area. He narrowly escaped with the help of a military officer, who advised him to leave before dark. The former governor also described a tense moment during a trip to Kano. After successfully installing the Emir of Kano, Amaechi found himself trapped by bad weather and the political hostility of the region's leadership. He was denied permission to land, and even after efforts to board a commercial flight were blocked, he was forced to seek the help of a local security officer to escape the situation. He recounted how he managed to leave Kano under strict surveillance, with a journey that took him through Zaria and Kaduna before finally reaching Abuja. Amaechi also discussed President Bola Tinubu's policies, particularly the removal of the oil subsidy, which he supported but felt could have been better managed. He criticized the approach for not considering social welfare measures, like creating employment through large-scale housing projects, which could have mitigated the impact of subsidy removal on Nigerians. He argued that had the government created jobs first, people would have been better equipped to handle the financial strain caused by the removal of the subsidy. Finally, Amaechi reflected on the state of activism in Nigeria, particularly among student groups like the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). He lamented the decline of activism, noting how students and labor unions were once united in their struggle against government policies. He criticized the current lack of ideological commitment within these organizations, contrasting it with the more radical, ideologically driven activism of the past.

I Escaped Death While Mobilising Against Jonathan – Amaechi

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Former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, was a guest speaker at the ninth edition of the Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) Annual Leadership Discourse held in Lagos. Speaking on the theme “Fearless Leadership: A Panacea for Sustainable Development,” Amaechi discussed a range of issues, including his role in mobilizing against former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 presidential elections. Amaechi explained that his decision to mobilize against Jonathan was rooted in his dissatisfaction with the president’s leadership style, pointing to the economic struggles Nigerians were facing as Jonathan left office, including the rising dollar rate. Amaechi recounted the personal dangers he faced during this period, revealing that even though he had the immunity of a governor, the risks were severe. He shared an anecdote about his attempt to visit Ekiti, where he was blocked by security forces. Despite being advised against it, he persisted in his travel, leading to a tense standoff with soldiers. The situation became more dangerous when Amaechi was warned that his life could not be accounted for if he stayed in the area. He narrowly escaped with the help of a military officer, who advised him to leave before dark. The former governor also described a tense moment during a trip to Kano. After successfully installing the Emir of Kano, Amaechi found himself trapped by bad weather and the political hostility of the region’s leadership. He was denied permission to land, and even after efforts to board a commercial flight were blocked, he was forced to seek the help of a local security officer to escape the situation. He recounted how he managed to leave Kano under strict surveillance, with a journey that took him through Zaria and Kaduna before finally reaching Abuja. Amaechi also discussed President Bola Tinubu’s policies, particularly the removal of the oil subsidy, which he supported but felt could have been better managed. He criticized the approach for not considering social welfare measures, like creating employment through large-scale housing projects, which could have mitigated the impact of subsidy removal on Nigerians. He argued that had the government created jobs first, people would have been better equipped to handle the financial strain caused by the removal of the subsidy. Finally, Amaechi reflected on the state of activism in Nigeria, particularly among student groups like the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). He lamented the decline of activism, noting how students and labor unions were once united in their struggle against government policies. He criticized the current lack of ideological commitment within these organizations, contrasting it with the more radical, ideologically driven activism of the past.

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