A prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has asserted that former President Goodluck Jonathan has already secured the party’s presidential nomination form in preparation for the 2027 elections. Sani shared this information during an interview on Trust TV, emphasizing that Jonathan’s recent actions clearly signal his intent to re-enter the political arena.
Sani pointed out that in politics, tangible steps such as purchasing nomination forms are more telling than mere words. He confirmed that Jonathan has indeed completed this process and is on the verge of publicly submitting the necessary documents. According to Sani, this move underscores Jonathan’s genuine interest in contesting the presidency once again.
Addressing potential legal obstacles, Sani expressed strong confidence that any court challenges to Jonathan’s eligibility would not succeed. He argued that this issue has already been resolved through previous judicial rulings, and only a Supreme Court decision could alter that. Sani predicted that the upcoming case before Justice Peter Lifu, scheduled for May 26, would be dismissed due to lack of jurisdiction.
Furthermore, Sani dismissed the notion that Jonathan’s name is being used by loyalists for political leverage. He stated that many Nigerians still hold fond memories of Jonathan’s tenure from 2010 to 2015, when he served as the nation’s leader before being defeated by former President Muhammadu Buhari. Sani’s remarks indicate that Jonathan’s potential candidacy is being taken seriously within PDP circles.