Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has described ex-President Goodluck Jonathan as the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) strongest option for the 2027 presidential election, calling on the party to make deliberate moves to bring him back.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, Lamido said Jonathan remains the most viable candidate the PDP can present, given his experience, leadership record, and collaborative style.
Lamido said, “I think for PDP now, they should try and woo him; he is their best bet. To me, he is their best bet. Anybody put forth by the PDP, Nigerians will support him.”
Naija News reports that Lamido argued that no current PDP member from the South can match Jonathan’s pedigree.
“If we are giving the presidency to the South, it will be the PDP. Who is there in PDP now that can challenge Jonathan in terms of being in office, being full-headed, being somebody who is willing to listen, and somebody who is also a key player who believes in partnership?” he asked.
He noted that Jonathan had led the country before, understood the complexities of governance, and maintained a working relationship with diverse political actors.
The former governor’s comments come amid persistent speculation about Jonathan’s possible return to the PDP to seek the presidency in 2027.
While Lamido welcomed the idea, stressing that “PDP, APC, ADC, it’s going to be very interesting and merrier” if Jonathan joins the race, the party has officially denied offering him its ticket or actively lobbying for him.
“PDP, APC, ADC, it’s going to be very interesting and merrier. He is most welcome, competent and very qualified. To me, I welcome him into the PDP… I don’t see a better alternative than Jonathan if he comes to the PDP,” Lamido added.
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