Residents of Kano woke up on Thursday to an unexpected sight: campaign posters of former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan plastered across major roundabouts in the city.
The posters, bearing the slogan “Goodluck Ebele Jonathan for President, 2027. He is our Messiah,” have sparked widespread curiosity and debate.
The sudden appearance of the posters has left many wondering about the individuals or groups behind the move and their motives, especially as it comes just a year into the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Jonathan’s leadership has often been recalled with nostalgia in Kano, where discussions of his perceived achievements have resurfaced periodically. The large-scale distribution of campaign posters suggests a potential shift in political discourse.
Notably, Jonathan and his wife, Dame Patience Jonathan, have repeatedly denied any interest in returning to the political arena.
The former president, who served from 2010 to 2015, has not made any public statements regarding a future presidential bid.
The emergence of these posters raises questions about whether Jonathan harbors any political ambitions or if this is the work of supporters acting independently. For now, the motivations remain unclear, leaving Kano residents and political observers to speculate.
