Supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan under the platform of the Coalition for Jonathan have expressed confidence that he will contest the 2027 presidential election despite ongoing consultations over his political future.
The coalition’s convener, Tom Ohikere, made the assertion during an interview on Arise Television on Friday.
His remarks came barely 24 hours after Jonathan reportedly stated that he would embark on consultations regarding possible participation in the 2027 presidential race.
According to Ohikere, Jonathan’s earlier statement that running for president was “not a computer game” should not be interpreted as reluctance to contest but rather as an indication of the complexity involved in pursuing the nation’s highest office.
“Goodluck Jonathan must not be misunderstood by Nigerians when he said it’s not a computer game to run for presidency.
What he was trying to say is that it’s not an easy thing for somebody to just come up and say he wants to contest for presidency,” Ohikere said.
“A lot is involved. It’s a huge process, a very comprehensive process. So, what I want to say is that Jonathan is set to feature on the 2027 election ballot.”
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The coalition leader disclosed that although the former president had yet to formally accept the calls urging him to return to active politics, discussions were ongoing and a clearer position could emerge soon.
“He has not yet accepted the proposal from the group seeking his return, but in the fullness of time, possibly within the next one or two days, he is expected to make his position known,” he added.
Ohikere, who identified himself as a member of the African Democratic Congress, also openly endorsed Jonathan’s potential return to the political arena.
“As a member of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, I am strongly calling for Jonathan’s return,” he said.
The renewed calls for Jonathan’s return come amid growing political realignments and coalition talks ahead of the 2027 general elections.