Jonathan Fires Back: Keyamo’s Advice On 2027 Presidency ‘Unsolicited And Unnecessary

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has taken a swipe at Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo (SAN), and legal scholar, Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, over their opposition to his rumored 2027 presidential bid.

Speaking through his cousin, Azibaola Robert, Jonathan cautioned the duo against interfering in his political future, stressing that his eligibility to contest is unquestionable.

Keyamo and Odinkalu had urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) not to consider Jonathan as its flagbearer, arguing that he had already been sworn in twice and could face constitutional obstacles.

Jonathan Is Fully Qualified – Robert

In a statement on Monday, Robert dismissed their objections, insisting Jonathan does not require unsolicited legal advice.

“Dear Festus Keyamo (SAN) and Chidi Odinkalu (Prof.), greetings. For the record, we are all lawyers and pro-democracy activists from the ’90s—except I was the better activist.

“Rule No. 1: Do not offer legal advice when none is requested. GEJ has many highly experienced SANs advising him with sound professional counsel. Be reminded that Jonathan is 100% constitutionally and legally qualified to contest if he chooses. If he declines to run, it won’t be because of ineligibility,” he wrote on his verified Facebook page.

‘Your Advice Means Nothing’ – Robert Tells Keyamo, Odinkalu

Robert further argued that the matter of Jonathan’s eligibility had already been settled by court rulings.

“Your unsolicited legal view is of no concern to him and will never be. Don’t waste your time on it. Or should I arrange a meeting where you can be properly educated on the existing judgments—one of which even your party, the APC, was involved in?” he added.

He clarified, however, that his statement should not be taken as confirmation that Jonathan would join the 2027 race.

Although Jonathan has yet to declare, speculations about his return have stirred intense debate. Some believe a comeback could complicate the South’s quest to retain the presidency, while others see him as a strong option for PDP ahead of the elections.

For now, uncertainty lingers, but the exchanges underscore the rising tension over zoning, eligibility, and succession as the 2027 elections approach.