ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Archbishop Metropolitan and Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against contesting the 2027 presidential election.
The cleric warned that returning to active partisan politics could severely undermine Jonathan’s hard-earned reputation as a global statesman.
Protection of Legacy
Primate Ndukuba emphasized that Jonathan’s historic decision to concede defeat after the 2015 presidential election elevated him to a unique position of honor, both nationally and internationally.
Entering the highly polarized 2027 political race, the cleric argued, risks dragging that legacy into partisan mud and erasing the democratic gains associated with his name.
A Call to Statesmanship
The Anglican leader urged the former president to resist political pressure from groups urging him to run. Instead, Ndukuba advised Jonathan to remain in his current role as a neutral, respected elder statesman and peace mediator across the African continent.
“His voice carries weight because he stands above the political fray,” a church source noted regarding the Primate’s counsel. “Returning to the ballot box threatens that moral authority.”
Developing 2027 Dynamics
The Primate’s warning comes amid growing speculations and underground political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
While various political factions continue to debate potential candidates, Jonathan has not yet made any official declaration regarding his intentions for the upcoming presidential cycle.
