A political group aligned with Olayemi Olawepo Hashim has insisted that former President Goodluck Jonathan will not receive an automatic endorsement or “free pass” to contest the 2027 presidency. Vanguard reported the declaration Monday.
The group, speaking during a news briefing, emphasized that every aspirant must go through the party’s screening process and win the support of delegates “on merit.” They warned against any attempt to bypass internal democracy in favor of powerful personalities.
This statement comes amid speculation that Jonathan may be preparing to return to active politics and contest the presidency. The group’s insistence signals potential tension within political circles over his possible emergence as a front-runner.
By rejecting the notion of an automatic ticket, Hashim’s supporters aim to assert the importance of party rules and discourage dominance by big names— a move that could reshape how contenders position themselves ahead of the 2027 election.
