Kano city was taken by surprise on Thursday morning as numerous campaign posters featuring former President Goodluck Jonathan emerged across key roundabouts.
The posters, which proclaimed “Goodluck Ebele Jonathan for President, 2027. He is our Messiah,” caught the attention of many, raising questions about the unknown individuals or groups behind them, as well as their intentions.
This unexpected political move comes just a year into President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
While it is not unusual for residents of Kano to reflect positively on Jonathan’s time in office, the appearance of these posters introduces an intriguing new element to the political landscape.
Despite Jonathan and his wife, Dame Patience Jonathan, repeatedly denying any presidential ambitions, the sudden display of these campaign materials could suggest a shift in political sentiment.
Henzodaily recalls that powerful political figures from northern Nigeria have begun efforts to draft former President Goodluck Jonathan into the 2027 presidential race.
Their calculations hinge on the fact that Jonathan, having served as president from 2011 to 2015, is eligible for only one more four-year term.
This campaign is reportedly spearheaded by a governor from the North East and a retired general from the North West.
According to sources, the northern power brokers considered their options and concluded that Jonathan’s potential candidacy aligns with their collective interests.
They are basing their strategy on the 1999 Constitution, which allows a maximum of two terms for any individual holding the office of president.