Former Kaduna Central Senator Speaks Out
Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has expressed his disappointment with the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) move to draft former President Goodluck Jonathan as their presidential candidate for the 2027 election on social media. Sani has been vocal about his disdain for what he perceives as a belated effort, criticizing the faction for failing to support Jonathan when he was in a stronger position.
Sani argued that the current move appears to be more about giving Jonathan a political platform rather than a genuine opportunity to lead the country again. He stated, 'If they actually wanted GEJ, they should have fielded him in 2023 when the party was relatively alive and in good shape.' Sani questioned the faction's motives, suggesting that the current move amounts to asking Jonathan to 'help them carry the coffin.'
### A Political Stunt or A Genuine Opportunity?
The faction's move has sparked a heated debate within the PDP and across Nigeria, with some critics arguing that the party's attempt to draft Jonathan is a desperate attempt to revive a struggling party. They point out that the party's chances of winning the 2027 election are slim, with many Nigerians already expressing their skepticism about the party's direction. Jonathan's supporters, however, see the move as a genuine opportunity for the former president to lead the country again.
### PDP Faction's Presidential Candidate
The faction that adopted Jonathan is led by Kabiru Turaki, a former minister and politician. Turaki's faction has been at odds with the party's national leadership over the direction of the party, with some accusing him of attempting to hijack the party. This internal conflict has further weakened the party's chances of success in the upcoming election.
### The Former President's Record
Goodluck Jonathan has a mixed record in politics. During his tenure, Nigeria experienced significant economic growth and increased oil production. However, his administration was also criticized for corruption and mismanagement of resources. Jonathan's presidency was marked by both successes and failures, leaving behind a complex legacy that continues to influence Nigeria's politics.
### Nigeria's Politics in 2026
Nigeria's politics has been a subject of intense scrutiny in recent years. The country has seen a shift towards more divisive and polarized politics, with some politicians accused of using their influence to advance their personal interests rather than the interests of their parties. This trend has led to a growing sense of disillusionment among Nigerians, who are eager to see a change in leadership that prioritizes the country's needs over individual interests.
### Picking Up the Pieces
Critics argue that the faction's move is a desperate attempt to salvage a party that has lost momentum since its last presidential election defeat. They point out that the party's internal conflicts and lack of a clear direction have made it difficult for them to appeal to voters. The party's chances of winning the 2027 election are slim, with many Nigerians already expressing their skepticism about the party's direction.
### More Questions than Answers
The move has left more questions than answers for Nigerians who are eager to see a change in leadership. With just over a year to the election, time will tell whether the PDP faction's move will bear fruit or end in disaster.
'If they actually wanted GEJ, they should have fielded him in 2023 when the party was relatively alive and in good shape,' Shehu Sani.
### Key Facts
• Former President Goodluck Jonathan has been adopted as the presidential candidate of a PDP faction led by Kabiru Turaki. • The faction's move has sparked intense debate within the PDP and across Nigeria. • Many Nigerians are skeptical about the party's direction and its chances of winning the 2027 election. • Jonathan's supporters see the move as a genuine opportunity for the former president to lead the country again. • The PDP's internal conflicts and lack of a clear direction have weakened the party's chances of success in the upcoming election.