The group also alleged that he purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms for the 2027 presidential race and implied that he completed and submitted them, despite providing no evidence to support the claims.
In a further twist, Jonathan was reportedly screened and cleared to contest on the faction’s platform in absentia.
Additionally, on Saturday, the Turaki-led PDP faction announced the former president as its 2027 presidential candidate, also in absentia.
The source, a former minister, said if Jonathan were seeking the presidency, he would be openly engaging in consultations and political outreach across the country.
He stated, “Anyway, those of us who are close to former President Goodluck Jonathan know that he is not running in the 2027 election.
“If he were, he would be actively involved, and many of us who are part of his political structure would also be mobilising in support of his ambition.
“At the moment, there is no clear indication that the former president intends to seek re-election in 2027.
“Like many Nigerians, we have seen the reports in the media, but we have made inquiries and are convinced that he is not in the race.”
Speaking further, the source said, “Former President Jonathan is not just any aspirant; he is a statesman who served this country meritoriously for about six years.
“If he were running, he would be courageous enough to obtain the nomination form himself.
