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The Digest:

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has advised ex-President Goodluck Jonathan against contesting the 2027 election, stating that only those who do not mean him well would push for a return that could tarnish his legacy.

Key Points:
  • Adams Oshiomhole warned that a 2027 run would damage Jonathan's political legacy.
  • He stated only Jonathan's "enemies" would encourage him to re-enter the race.
  • Oshiomhole argued the APC would easily defeat him again.
  • He praised Jonathan's 2015 concession as a globally admired, honourable act.
  • The senator advised him to "maintain this status" as a respected statesman.
  • He claimed Jonathan's political base in the South-South has weakened.
  • This comes amid speculation the PDP is wooing Jonathan for its ticket.
The public counsel underscores the delicate balance between past legacy and future ambition in the nation's volatile political landscape.

Sources: The Cable