Dele Momodu Dismisses Claims of Jonathan’s 2027 PDP Bid, Urges Focus Over Speculation
Prominent African Democratic Congress (ADC) stalwart Dele Momodu has firmly rejected fresh speculation suggesting that former President Goodluck Jonathan could stage a political comeback in 2027 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Speaking exclusively on Friday, Momodu told PulseNets that powerful blocs within the PDP remain resistant to Jonathan’s return as the party’s presidential flagbearer. According to him, these entrenched interests have yet to soften their stance, making the chatter about Jonathan’s potential candidacy premature.
The veteran journalist and politician cautioned observers not to misread high-profile meetings, such as Jonathan’s recent interaction with former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi. He reported that such encounters are routine among politicians and rarely signal formal alliances.
Momodu noted that speculation often runs wild in Nigeria’s political circles. He referenced the public buzz following a photograph of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso with President Bola Tinubu, which fueled rumours that Kwankwaso was set to abandon the NNPP for the APC.
In his words to PulseNets, “Those insisting that former President Jonathan will seek the PDP ticket in 2027, I seriously doubt it. The forces bent on undermining PDP’s stability are still deeply embedded in the party.”
He continued, “People saying Jonathan’s meeting with Peter Obi means an alliance are mistaken. Politicians meet constantly, and it does not always translate to political deals.”
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Momodu added,
“Recently, a picture of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso with President Bola Tinubu sparked claims he would dump NNPP for APC. Nigerians speculate too much. This is not a season for speculation but for focus and strategy.”
The ADC leader concluded with a clear message to party members and supporters:
“All the noise about who will move where is unnecessary. In a democracy, if consensus cannot be reached, primaries should decide. Let them go to the poll, and whoever wins should be accepted.”
