Only Jonathan Can Discuss His Political Future, Says Former President's Camp (2027)

By Luminous Jannamike

ABUJA — Political allies of former President Goodluck Jonathan have stated that only the former president himself can authoritatively speak about his political future, cautioning against attempts by others to define his stance ahead of the 2027 general election.

These remarks come after renewed discussion about Jonathan’s prospects, triggered by a recent media report that quoted Jude Imagwe, a former presidential aide, as dismissing speculation about the former president’s possible return to electoral politics.

In a statement issued by Sam Presto, Coordinator of The Goodies Movement—a pro‑Jonathan political group—members of the broader Jonathan political family raised a question: was Imagwe expressing a personal view, or was he conveying an officially authorised position?

Presto added, “Only statements issued directly by him, through officially designated representatives, or via recognised communication channels should be regarded as definitive expressions of his political position.”

He further urged the media to exercise caution, stating, “Journalists and media organisations should be careful before presenting individuals as speaking for political leaders without clearly establishing the basis of their authority.”

Presto concluded, “Any statement purporting to reflect the position of a former Head of State should be accompanied by clear evidence of authorisation and current representation. Every endorsement, rejection, confirmation, denial, or speculation concerning his political future should be understood as the opinion of the individual expressing it, unless clearly backed by an official mandate. The Nigerian people deserve facts rather than assumptions, clarity rather than conjecture, and authentic representation rather than political guesswork.”

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