2027: Goodluck Jonathan Set To Pick PDP Presidential Form On Monday.

According to the associate, there is currently no confirmed decision regarding Jonathan’s political future, stressing that discussions remain ongoing and inconclusive.

He said, “What’s happening is that various groups are pushing for him, but it’s unclear whether anything will happen tomorrow or not.”

However, another source claimed Jonathan may obtain the PDP nomination form as early as Monday, though this remains unverified.

The speculation comes as Jonathan has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, asking it to dismiss a suit seeking to bar him from contesting the 2027 presidential election.

Through his counsel, Chris Uche, SAN, Jonathan challenged the suit filed by Abuja-based lawyer Johnmary Jideobi, describing it as incompetent and legally flawed.

His legal team stated that they only became aware of the case through media reports and promptly filed a conditional appearance, a preliminary objection, a counter-affidavit, and a written address on May 5, 2026, requesting that the case be struck out.

They argued that the matter had already been settled in previous judicial rulings up to the Court of Appeal

Court Proceedings

At the hearing, plaintiff’s counsel Ndubuisi Ukpai informed the court that although the case was scheduled for mention, he had just been served with Jonathan’s court processes and needed time to respond.

Justice Peter Lifu adjourned the case until May 11 for hearing of the preliminary objection and the substantive suit.

The court also ordered that hearing notices be served on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), who are listed as defendants but were absent.

In the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2102/2025, the plaintiff is seeking a perpetual injunction stopping Jonathan from presenting himself to any political party for the 2027 presidential race, and also restraining INEC from accepting or publishing his name as a candidate.

Jonathan’s Position

Amid the political tension, Jonathan recently reacted to calls from young Nigerians urging him to return to the presidential race.

He described the presidency as a serious responsibility, not something to be treated casually.

“The presidential race is not a computer game. But I’ve heard you, and I’ll consult widely. But the most important thing is that in Nigeria, the young people will have hope,” he said.

Jonathan also urged youths to be patriotic, actively participate in elections, and obtain their voter cards, stressing that low voter turnout remains a major challenge in Nigeria compared to other countries.