NIGERIA: PDP Invites Jonathan To Contest 2027 Presidency

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria

The People Democratic Party (PDP) has extended an invitation to the former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, to contest under the banner of the party in the 2027 Presidential election.

The party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Abdullahi, made this known in an interview with one of Nigeria’s news outlets. He emphasised that it would be sad if Jonathan chose another party over PDP for his presidential bid.

Abdullahu further noted that the People Democratic party is eagerly waiting for the former president to take the bold step, emphasising the role the party played in the past president’s political rise.

Abdullahi highlighted the party’s historical role in shaping Nigeria’s leadership, referencing the notable political personalities who had emerged from the party.

He said: “We’ve said this about Jonathan and our governors. Even the FCT minister is arguably the best performer in his role and he is a product of PDP. El-Rufai, Okonjo-Iweala, Dora Akunyili, Obi Ezekwesili, Akinwunmi Adesina, Amina Mohammed… these are the pride of this country, and they are all products of the PDP. ”

The PDP chieftain urged Jonathan to heed the call of the party to finish what he started within the party, and warned against the opposing party, APC.

“If Goodluck Jonathan is seriously considering running, we have been calling him to come back and complete his term. It will not be out of place, but if he runs with another political party, it will expose the hypocrisy within the APC,” he added