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Jonathan Briefs Tinubu, Describes Guinea Bissau Election As Ceremonial Coup

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to brief him on the recent elections in Guinea Bissau. Jonathan clarified that what has been widely reported as a coup in the country was not a genuine military takeover, but rather a “ceremonial coup” carried out by the head of state. Speaking to journalists, he said the election results were already known and criticized the arrest of the opposition candidate as unnecessary. “I came to brief Mr President on the events, which is the tradition for former presidents. For regional and continental matters, it is important for the sitting President to have first-hand information, especially when ECOWAS leaders meet and I am not present,” Jonathan said. He added, “The election was concluded, the collation of results was almost finished, and the winner should be officially announced. The military should not be removed, but the rightful winner must be recognized.” Jonathan urged ECOWAS to engage Guinea Bissau’s leadership, calling for the release of the opposition candidate, who had committed no crime. “He did not declare himself the winner, which would have been a treasonable act. There is no reason for his arrest,” he said. He further stressed that the election results should be announced and the legitimate winner inaugurated if the military agrees. Jonathan lamented the constant negative reports from Africa, noting, “What happened in Guinea Bissau is not a palace coup. Real coups are known to us. This was a ceremonial act conducted by the head of state himself, which is why I called it a ceremonial coup.”

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Goodluck Jonathan Trapped In Guinea-Bissau Following Military Coup

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan is stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup disrupted the country’s elections on Wednesday. Jonathan, who leads the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) election observer mission, arrived in the country ahead of the November 23, 2025 presidential and parliamentary polls. Hundreds of foreign observers, like him, are now unable to leave as the military takes control. A group of officers calling themselves the “High Military Command for the Restoration of Order” announced they had seized “total control” of the country. They ordered an immediate suspension of the electoral process, closed all land, air, and sea borders, and imposed an overnight curfew. President Umaro Sissoco Embalo confirmed to France24 that he had been deposed and was “currently at the general staff headquarters.” Domingos Simoes Pereira, head of the main opposition PAIGC party, has also been arrested. Reports indicate the military is attempting to cut off internet access in the country. The coup was led by Denis N’Canha, the former head of the presidential guard, raising concerns over the security breach that led to Embalo’s detention. Upon arrival in Bissau, Jonathan posted, “We arrived in Bissau this evening as members of the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) Election Mission ahead of Guinea Bissau’s presidential and parliamentary polls. We wish the people of Guinea Bissau a peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections.” During the elections, he shared updates about WAEF’s visits to polling stations and expressed hopes for a smooth voting process. His last post from Guinea-Bissau showed him offering condolences to the family of the late former First Lady, Mrs. Isolina Da Fonseca Nhamajo, along with photos from the visit.

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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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