Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan met with David Mark, the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), on Thursday night in Abuja. The meeting took place shortly after the ADC’s First National Caucus meeting, which was attended by Mark, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other top party members.

The agenda for the Jonathan-Mark meeting is not yet known, but it may be related to the upcoming 2027 presidential election. Some members of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have been urging Jonathan to run for the party’s ticket and contest against President Bola Tinubu. Jonathan, who lost the 2015 presidential election to former President Muhammadu Buhari, has not yet declared his interest in the presidential race. However, he is entitled to contest for one more term.

Recently, Jonathan met with Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, in Abuja, fueling speculation about his stance on the 2027 election. Mark, who was the Senate President during Jonathan’s administration, has a long-standing working relationship with the former president.

The meeting between Jonathan and Mark has sparked interest in the political landscape of Nigeria, particularly with the 2027 presidential election drawing near. As the country prepares for the election, various political parties and stakeholders are positioning themselves for the contest. The ADC, as one of the major opposition parties, is likely to play a significant role in the election.

Jonathan’s potential candidacy has been a subject of discussion among political analysts and stakeholders. His experience as a former president and his entitlement to contest for another term make him a notable figure in the upcoming election. The outcome of the meeting between Jonathan and Mark may provide insight into the former president’s plans and the ADC’s strategy for the 2027 presidential election.

The development is being closely watched by political observers, who are eager to see how the situation unfolds. As the election approaches, Nigerian voters will be looking for clarity on the candidates and their manifestos. The meeting between Jonathan and Mark is a significant event in the lead-up to the election, and its implications will be closely monitored in the coming weeks and months.