Dr. Jibril Mustapha, former President of the Buhari Youth Organisation (BYO) and present President of the Nigeria Rescue Mission Organisation, has urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election.
In an announcement launched on Sunday, April 27, in Lagos, Mustapha referred to as on Jonathan to think about the rising requires him to re-enter the political scene.
“Because the nation prepares for the 2027 elections, the Nigeria Rescue Mission Organisation believes that now’s the time for all stakeholders to come back collectively and assist a candidate who can genuinely characterize the pursuits of all Nigerians,” Mustapha mentioned.
He continued, “We urge former President Goodluck Jonathan to think about this name and to step ahead as a candidate who can unite our nation and lead us in the direction of a brighter future.”
Mustapha pointed to Nigeria’s present struggles, together with {economic} hardship, insecurity, unemployment, and banditry, as key causes for Jonathan to step again into management.
“There’s an pressing want for a frontrunner who embodies integrity, inclusivity, and a dedication to nationwide unity,” Mustapha mentioned.
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“Nigeria is at a crossroads. We’re grappling with important points that threaten our stability and progress. We want a frontrunner who can convey all Nigerians collectively, no matter their background.”
Reflecting on Jonathan’s previous presidency, Mustapha highlighted his deal with democratic values and governance that prioritised residents’ welfare.
“His management fashion is one which fosters inclusivity and {economic} development, which is strictly what our nation wants at this important juncture.
“Beneath Jonathan’s management, we will work in the direction of restoring Nigeria’s misplaced glory on the worldwide stage and inside our borders,” Mustapha added.
Jonathan, who misplaced his bid for a second time period to Muhammadu Buhari in 2015, was on the centre of debate relating to his eligibility for future elections.
In 2022, a Federal Excessive Courtroom ruling confirmed Jonathan’s eligibility to contest once more, affirming that no retroactive legal guidelines might bar him from working.
