Tanimu Turaki-led faction throws support behind former president ahead of 2027 election.
A faction of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party led by Tanimu Turaki has declared former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.
The declaration was made on Saturday by the faction, signalling an early political move ahead of preparations for the next presidential contest.
Details surrounding the declaration remain limited, but the announcement places Jonathan at the centre of emerging conversations around the 2027 election cycle.
The development comes as political parties and interest groups continue to position themselves ahead of the next round of national elections.