2027 Sh*ckwave: Wike Exposes Plot To Push Goodluck Jonathan Against Tinubu

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cautioned against calls for former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election, describing those behind the push as the same political actors who betrayed him in 2015.

Speculations have been rife that Jonathan may stage a comeback on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), but the former president has so far remained silent on the matter.

Speaking during a media parley in Abuja on Monday, Wike urged Jonathan to maintain his role as a respected statesman rather than re-enter the political fray. He stressed that the PDP should avoid decisions that could further deepen internal divisions.

“I know Jonathan very well. He values his recognition as a statesman both nationally and internationally, and I believe he will continue in that role,” Wike said.

He questioned the credibility of those urging Jonathan to run, saying: “What political strength do they have? Are they not the same people who worked against him in 2015? Nobody should create unnecessary problems for the party. If you cause the problem, you will bear the blame.”

Wike also warned the PDP against entertaining a return of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi to vie for the 2027 presidential ticket.

According to him, fielding Obi as the PDP’s candidate would destroy the party, especially since the Labour Party flagbearer once described the PDP as “rotten.”

“As a matter of principle, Peter Obi should not return to a party he publicly condemned just because he wants to pursue his presidential ambition,” Wike maintained.