Former President Jonathan Meets with ADC Chairman Amid 2027 Presidential Bid Speculations

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan held a meeting with Senator David Mark, the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), at his Abuja residence on Thursday. The visit comes as Jonathan faces intense pressure to run for the presidency in the 2027 general elections. Although he has not officially declared his candidacy, sources indicate that he is seriously considering a return to the presidential villa. The ADC meeting with party leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former governors, resolved to support whoever wins the party's primary election, with all members expected to resign from other political parties.

Key Takeaways:

  • Former President Jonathan met with ADC Chairman Senator David Mark at his Abuja residence, fuelling speculation about his 2027 presidential bid.
  • The meeting was attended by several party leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former governors, and other notable figures.
  • The ADC has resolved to support whoever wins the party's primary election, with all members expected to resign from other political parties.
  • Former President Jonathan has not officially declared his candidacy but is considering a return to the presidency in 2027.
  • The ADC meeting coincided with a visit of Jonathan to the ADC Chairman, which is seen as a strategic move to further his presidential ambitions.
  • Candidate Peter Obi, a member of the coalition, did not attend the meeting and is reportedly planning to stay in the Labour Party.

Statistics:

  • 2027: The year in which former President Jonathan is considering running for the presidency (THEWILL).
  • 2: The number of times former President Jonathan has considered running for the presidency (THEWILL).
  • 10: The number of party leaders who attended the ADC meeting, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former governors (THEWILL).
  • "A Jonathan 2.0 in 2027 is possible," – an ally of the former President (THEWILL).
  • "This is appears to be his plan at least for now," – a source close to former Anambra Governor Peter Obi (THEWILL).

Sources:

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