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Goodluck Jonathan & Nigeria — People s Democratic Party

15 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026

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Goodluck Jonathan: Jonathan is the presidential candidate of the Turaki-led PDP faction. His nomination is a key development, though he has not publicly commented, and his candidacy may be challenged by the rival faction.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The PDP is the central entity, with its Turaki-led faction submitting Jonathan's name to INEC amid a leadership crisis. The party's internal divisions and legal battles could weaken its electoral prospects and overall political influence.
Jul 31, 2026 · 7 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: The Federal High Court ruling has cleared Goodluck Jonathan>>> to contest the 2027 presidential election, removing a significant legal obstacle to his potential return to active politics.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: A faction within the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party>>> has reportedly proposed Goodluck Jonathan>>> as a possible sole candidate for the 2027 elections, and the court ruling could influence their strategy.
May 18, 2026 · 41 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: Mentioned as the Turaki faction's prospective presidential candidate for 2027; the setback affects his potential candidacy.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The party remains divided between two factions; the court ruling weakens the Turaki/Wabara faction and strengthens the Wike-backed Abdulrahman leadership.
Jul 17, 2026 · 38 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: Goodluck Jonathan is a former president speculated to join the 2027 presidential race, which Olusegun Osoba believes is an attempt to divide votes from the South.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The Kabiru Turaki faction of the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party has reportedly cleared Goodluck Jonathan to run as its sole candidate, contributing to the alleged vote-splitting strategy.
May 25, 2026 · 6 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: Jonathan is referenced as a former president who was also criticized by Onaiyekan, showing a pattern of the Cardinal's outspokenness.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The PDP is referenced as the party of Bode George, who defends Onaiyekan. The dispute may be seen as political maneuvering involving opposition figures.
Aug 04, 2026 · 21 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: Referenced as a former president whose re-election Amaechi opposed, used to argue against Amaechi's regional support.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: One of the parties in the coalition; Wike's former party.
Aug 04, 2026 · 17 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: His administration re-awarded the project in 2014, another step in its long history.
Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The party is mentioned as the then-ruling party in Nigeria — Rivers State, which allegedly obstructed the 2017 ceremony, reflecting political rivalry.
Aug 05, 2026 · 6 articles
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Goodluck Jonathan: Goodluck Jonathan is mentioned as the former President whose cousin, Azibaola Robert, confirmed the death of Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
Dec 12, 2025 · 10 articles
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Nigeria — People s Democratic Party: The Nigeria — People s Democratic Party is mentioned as the platform on which Gbenga Daniel was elected governor in 2003, after defecting from the Nigeria — Alliance for Democracy.
Apr 01, 2026 · 12 articles
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Apr 16, 2026 · 19 articles
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May 16, 2026 · 6 articles
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Apr 19, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 20, 2026 · 10 articles
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May 19, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 23, 2026 · 12 articles
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