June 12: Emulate Yar’Adua, Jonathan who saved Nigeria’s democracy – Peter Obi to Tinubu
Peter Obi, who was once a presidential candidate under the Labour Party, has advised President Bola Tinubu to learn from the examples of former leaders Umaru Yar’Adua and Goodluck Jonathan. Obi said Tinubu should take a similar path as Yar’Adua, who admitted that his own election process was flawed. He also pointed out that Jonathan […]
I pity President Tinubu, 22 PDP governors endorsed Jonathan yet he lost re-election in 2015- Senator Ali Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume from Borno South has spoken out about the recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. He shared his doubts and concerns during an interview on Channels TV on June 8. Ndume reminded people that in 2015, former President Goodluck Jonathan had the backing of 22 governors from […]
Jonathan hails previous NASS sessions for standing up to presidential authority
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has asked lawmakers to be bold and make independent choices without being controlled by the President. Speaking at the Champions of Nigerian Content Awards Dinner in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Jonathan praised past National Assembly members who stood firm and independent, even when it meant going against presidential decisions. He said […]
You’re Very Wrong, Aisha Yesufu Disagrees With Peter Obi Over 2012 Protest
Nigerian activist Aisha Yesufu, who supported Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election, has disagreed with something Obi recently said. He talked about the 2012 Occupy Nigeria protest, where people spoke out against the removal of fuel subsidy. Obi said that the protest was not needed at that time, but Aisha strongly disagrees. In a […]
One-party state dangerous for Nigeria – Ex-President Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that Nigeria may be heading towards danger if it becomes a one-party state. He gave this warning during a tribute event in Abuja for late elder statesman and Ijaw leader, Edwin Clark, who passed away in February at the age of 97. Jonathan said trying to form a one-party […]
‘My song was the President’s ringtone’ – Davido claims
Popular Nigerian singer Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, has shared a fun story about his early music career. In a recent interview with Power 105.1 FM in the U.S., Davido said his hit song “Dami Duro” was once used as the ringtone of Nigeria’s former president, Goodluck Jonathan. “Dami Duro” was released in […]
Aba products no more laughing stock – Ex-President Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that people no longer look down on products made in Aba, Abia State. He shared this message at a University of Port Harcourt (Uniport) alumni event in Umuahia. Jonathan, who was represented by Godknows Igali, praised the current governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, for changing public opinion about […]
Ex-Nigerian President Jonathan wins 2025 Sunhak Peace Prize
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has been named the winner of the 2025 Founder’s Sunhak Peace Award. The Sunhak Peace Prize Foundation will present the award in Seoul, South Korea, on April 11, 2025. Jonathan is the first African leader to receive this honor. He joins past winners such as former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon […]
Rivers: Suspension of Fubara, Odu paints Nigeria in negative light — GEJ
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has spoken against the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. He believes this decision could harm Nigeria’s image. Jonathan shared his thoughts on Saturday while speaking as the Chairman at the Haske Satumari Foundation Colloquium in Abuja. He said he was disappointed that elected officials had […]
Jonathan, Jega bemoan political interference on INEC appointments
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, have expressed concerns over political interference in the appointment of electoral officials. They spoke at a conference in Abuja organized by Yiaga Africa, a pro-democracy group. The event, titled the Reflection Conference on Democratic Elections in West Africa, focused […]