Goodluck Jonathan Poised for 2027 Comeback

By Diafa Doubra,

Former President Goodluck Jonathan may be on the verge of a dramatic return to Nigeria’s political scene. According to close allies, Jonathan has privately signaled his readiness to contest the 2027 presidential election under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Party insiders say discussions are already underway to grant him an automatic ticket, banking on his national appeal and reputation as a stabilizing figure.

Jonathan, who led Nigeria from 2010 to 2015, has largely maintained a low political profile in recent years, focusing on peace and mediation roles across Africa. However, growing dissatisfaction with the current administration and internal PDP calculations appear to have reignited calls for his comeback. While he has not made an official announcement, sources suggest the former leader could make his intentions public before the end of the year, setting the stage for one of the most closely watched political contests in Nigeria’s recent history.