APC Denies Links to Group Backing Goodluck Jonathan for 2027

The APC has disowned Team New Nigeria, a splinter group promoting former President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 presidency. The group, unaffiliated with the APC, recently plastered Jonathan’s campaign posters across Kano. APC leaders reiterated that Jonathan is not a party member, fueling 2027 election speculations......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has firmly distanced itself from Team New Nigeria (TNN), a splinter group behind campaign posters promoting former President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 elections in Kano. The posters, displayed in prominent locations, carried slogans like“The Goodluck Nigeria Needs — Dr Goodluck Jonathan.”

APC’s Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Chidi Duru, emphasized that TNN is neither recognized as part of the APC nor are its members legitimate party affiliates. He noted that Jonathan is not a registered member of the APC, rendering TNN’s actions independent of the party’s agenda.

TNN, which claims to have mobilized over 26 million voters and established political structures, is reportedly working towards registering as a political party with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The group’s activities have sparked discussions about Jonathan’s potential return to politics, despite his denial of involvement in similar campaigns during past elections.

The APC reiterated its commitment to democratic principles, welcoming internal initiatives but dismissed TNN’s actions as unrelated to the party. Meanwhile, veteran political leader Alhaji Tanko Yakasai supported Jonathan’s eligibility to contest for the presidency, highlighting his unfulfilled second term.

The controversy arises as Nigeria gears up for the 2027 elections, with key figures like Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Abubakar expected to contest.