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Goodluck Jonathan.
President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015
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Goodluck Jonathan served as President of Nigeria on January 22, 1995.Some support1 report
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Former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan addressed the continent at a forum in Ethiopia, urging investment in research.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan urged the African Union to speak with one voice during an event held in Ghana.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Goodluck Jonathan urged Nigeria to increase local production capacity.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan and Emmanuel Uduaghan introduced pipeline surveillance arrangements to contribute to peace in the Niger Delta.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Goodluck Jonathan negotiated peace efforts in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Goodluck Jonathan's administration established schools in the North, while Mike Oghiadomhe served as his Chief of Staff.Some support1 report
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Nigeria launched the Integrated Almajiri Education Programme on January 22, 1995.Some support2 reports
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Aliko Dangote called for economic growth in Nigeria, and Goodluck Jonathan urged the government to revisit existing programs.Some support3 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, and Abdulsalami Abubakar met under a Peace Accord, working with Matthew Hassan Kukah.Some support1 report
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PDP candidates, including Goodluck Jonathan, have submitted their claims to the INEC amid leadership disputes and scrutiny.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Nigeria faced challenges during the 2015 election cycle.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Diezani Alison-Madueke served as Nigeria's Petroleum Minister.Well supported5 reports
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Diezani Alison-Madueke was acquitted by a United Kingdom court concerning her tenure as Nigeria’s petroleum minister under Goodluck Jonathan.Well supported17 reports
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Prosecutors allege that Diezani Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria's petroleum minister between 2010 and 2015, enjoyed luxury in London.Well supported4 reports
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A trial was held in London's Southwark Crown Court involving Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian oil minister.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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In 1995, Goodluck Jonathan was affirmed as a candidate by a PDP faction and sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Peter Obi urged Bola Tinubu to retire due to poor performance.Well supported10 reports
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Advocates are pushing for a cultural shift in Nigeria to combat corruption, using successful social values as an example.Some support2 reports
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Okpebholo discusses Bola Ahmed Tinubu's current presidential tenure, while rivals oppose Goodluck Jonathan's Almajiri school plan.Some support1 report
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Political figures including Goodluck Jonathan, Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, and Jolly Nyame are actively campaigning and seeking support across various states in Nigeria.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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Peter Obi served as presidential adviser to Goodluck Jonathan.Some support1 report
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A collection of historical and opinion pieces from 2026-09-01 regarding Nigerian politics, involving various political figures and regional calls.Some support1 report
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Nigerian political figures, including Goodluck Jonathan and Bola Tinubu, are navigating opposition pressures and coalition support ahead of elections.Well supported14 reports23 developments inside
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Kawas alleges sabotage against Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and compares the current political situation to the time of Goodluck Jonathan.Some support3 reports
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Parties are competing in the 2027 general elections, with Goodluck Jonathan noted as being involved in a PDP crisis.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A group attacked Goodluck Jonathan during his inauguration ceremony, while Boko Haram continues to operate in northern Nigerian states.Some support1 report
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeks re-election on the APC platform while Goodluck Jonathan loses his re-election bid to Muhammadu Buhari.Some support4 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan announced plans for establishing new federal universities, specifying the location in Ado-Ekiti.Some support3 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan gathered people in Bauchi State, while Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Ademola Adeleke in Osun State.Some support1 report
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The Peoples Democratic Party is experiencing a factional crisis in Kwara State, involving figures like Bukola Saraki and Goodluck Jonathan.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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A coordinated foundation statement links Nigeria's national debt concerns to presidential rotation arrangements and past political roles.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan commented on the Osun governorship election and warned about threats to Nigeria's democratic stability.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
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Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim expresses concern over Tinubu's public communication and warns against undermining Nigeria's democracy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Goodluck Jonathan cited Singapore's economic transformation and expressed concern over African university rankings.Some support3 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan critiques Nigeria's post-election litigation culture, contrasting it with South African norms.Some support3 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan stated that his concession of defeat helped preserve Nigerian democracy.Some support2 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan commended Bauchi State for its infrastructure development.Some support2 reports
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A 1995 article details the political landscape of the early 2000s, noting that Goodluck Jonathan lost in Osun State in the 2011 election.Some support3 reports
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Chief Jackson Ude received the Peace Ambassador award and was noted to have served in Goodluck Jonathan's administration.Some support1 report
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing political challenges, with the party benefiting from the administration's perceived failures and facing criticism from religious leaders.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Legal challenges regarding Goodluck Jonathan's candidacy were heard in the Federal High Court in Abuja, with a PDP faction offering support.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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An article details that Goodluck Jonathan's tenure in office preceded the initiation of Muhammadu Buhari's anti-corruption drive.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan's past role in the NGF rift and the current context of the NBA election in Nigerian politics.Some support1 report
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High-level officials visited militant camps in the Niger Delta and called for dialogue on insecurity in Northern Nigeria.Some support1 report
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Ahmad Gumi questioned past approaches to Niger Delta militancy.Some support7 reports
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Nigerian political figures are engaged in high-level lobbying efforts in Washington, drawing international commentary from Trump and Obama.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan praised the successful management of political parties.Some support2 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan outlined his views on national stability during an event held in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, emphasizing the country's role in Africa.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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APC used propaganda to defeat Goodluck Jonathan.Some support1 report
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Calls are being made for a UN-backed inquiry into the school abductions, inviting international organizations to scrutinize the Chibok incident.Some support2 reports
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Goodluck Jonathan praised the government's decision to discontinue criminal proceedings against former Sierra Leone president Ernest Koroma.Some support1 report
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Basic facts confirm Oyo State is part of Nigeria and Goodluck Jonathan was a former president.Well supported8 reports
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Historical records detail the sequence of leaders occupying Aso Rock in 1995, involving figures such as Muhammadu Buhari, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Goodluck Jonathan.Some support2 reports
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Olusegun Obasanjo complained about a Chief of Staff during Goodluck Jonathan's tenure.Some support1 report
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Alleged offer to split South-South votes between Peter Obi and Goodluck Jonathan.Some support7 reports
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A critic (Ndume/Unnamed Senator) is targeting President Tinubu's leadership, and this critic is also involved in issues with the Jonathan administration.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan, after being instrumental in defeating Jonathan, sought a ministerial post under Buhari but was rejected as Atiku Abubakar's running mate.Some support1 report
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Rabiu Kwankwaso and Goodluck Jonathan share a political circle with the deceased Tanimola.Some support1 report
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Goodluck Jonathan announced he will contest the 2027 presidential election on the Peoples Democratic Party platform, with support from Fred Agbedi.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Peoples Democratic Party OperationalAPC members from Otukpo defected to the PDP, with ADC members also joining the PDP.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
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Independent National Electoral Commission StructuralINEC operates within Kaduna State while the APC stages a flag-off rally, and INEC holds a roundtable meeting in Abuja.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
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Atiku Abubakar OperationalAfrican Democratic Congress leaders expressed dissatisfaction with Atiku Abubakar's handling of regional matters.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu OperationalUzodimma cited the Tinubu administration's development efforts while Mbah reported on the First Lady's empowerment programs.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
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Court of Appeal TransactionalCourt of Appeal orders the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register a political party.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
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Peter Obi OperationalRochas Okorocha questioned the viability of Peter Obi's presidency in Nigeria.Moves Goodluck Jonathan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 110, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Peoples Democratic Party Operational
The Peoples Democratic Party formally nominated and supported Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate, though recent leadership calls suggest the nomination is under severe internal pressure.
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Diezani Alison-Madueke Structural
A was appointed by B and served as a minister in B's administration.
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Atiku Abubakar Operational
The two political figures are active rivals who influence each other's political narratives through public statements and references.
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Independent National Electoral Commission Structural
INEC formally reviewed and rejected Goodluck Jonathan's presidential nomination for the 2027 election.
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu Operational
Tinubu and Jonathan engage in political rivalry, characterized by Tinubu's frequent criticism and comparison of Jonathan's past political actions and leadership tenure.
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Peter Obi Operational
The relationship is defined by active political rivalry and competition for electoral influence, framed by their shared political history.
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federal government Operational
Goodluck Jonathan actively influences, tracks, and urges changes to the programs and policies of the federal government.
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Minister of Transportation Operational
A's actions as Minister of Transportation were instrumental in leading to the political defeat of Goodluck Jonathan.
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Court of Appeal Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Mike Oghiadomhe Structural
Mike Oghiadomhe served Goodluck Jonathan in a formal capacity as Chief of Staff.
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Niger Delta Operational
Goodluck Jonathan actively engaged in peace efforts, including negotiations and amnesty programs, within the Niger Delta region.
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Bamanga Tukur Structural
A was formally appointed by B as Ambassador-at-Large.
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Bayo Onanuga Operational
Bayo Onanuga actively challenged Goodluck Jonathan's political record and eligibility.
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Muhammadu Buhari Operational
The relationship is defined by political rivalry, contested presidential elections, and sequential succession in Nigerian leadership.
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Nigeria Shared context
Goodluck Jonathan's political career and influence are consistently observed within the context of Nigeria's national political system.
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lawyer Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Power Holding Company of Nigeria Transactional
PHCN privatization occurred during Goodluck Jonathan's administration.
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Structural
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala served as finance minister during Goodluck Jonathan's administration.
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archbishop Transactional
The Archbishop served on the presidential campaign council for Goodluck Jonathan.
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AGF Operational
The two entities were jointly named as defendants in a legal challenge.
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Sani Abacha Transactional
Jonathan's administration recovered assets associated with the Abacha era.
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Julius Maada Bio Transactional
The relationship is based on a courtesy visit to discuss bilateral relations and regional cooperation issues.
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All Progressives Congress Operational
APC actively campaigned against, criticized, and benefited from the perceived failures of Goodluck Jonathan's administration.
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Calabar Transactional
Jonathan conceived a specific Lagos/Calabar railway project while in office.
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Bashir Ahmad Operational
Bashir Ahmad provides critical commentary on the administration of Goodluck Jonathan.
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central bank Structural
A sought advice from the central bank regarding monetary policy matters.
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Olusegun Obasanjo Operational
The relationship spans from historical political sequence and criticism of administration to current dialogue on African democracy's future.
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Shell Transactional
The relationship is based on the allegation that a specific Shell company deal provided a benefit to the former Nigerian president.
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Lagos State Government Transactional
Goodluck Jonathan approved the transfer of federal rail tracks to the Lagos State Government.
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Economic Community of West African States Operational
Goodluck Jonathan served as a Special Envoy for ECOWAS, facilitating regional dialogue and representing the framework.
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Africa Shared context
Goodluck Jonathan provides critiques and recommendations regarding the development and shortcomings of the African continent.
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Kawas Mentioned together
Kawas references Goodluck Jonathan's past tenure when comparing it to the current situation.
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Monday Okpebholo Operational
The entities are political rivals who have engaged in opposition regarding policy plans.
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Abia State Shared context
A representative from Abia State was placed or served within Goodluck Jonathan's administration.
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All Progressives Grand Alliance Transactional
APGA provided political support to Goodluck Jonathan's candidacy in 2011 and 2015.
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Bala Mohammed Mentioned together
Mohammed's administration gained inspiration and lessons on governance and resource management from Jonathan's focus.
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Monica Dongban-Mensem Transactional
Monica Dongban-Mensem attended a dialogue hosted by Goodluck Jonathan.
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Bauchi State Shared context
Bauchi State serves as the location where Goodluck Jonathan conducts public events and projects.
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John Mahama Operational
Mahama attended a dialogue hosted by the Jonathan Foundation.
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Kashim Shettima Mentioned together
Kashim Shettima attended a dialogue hosted by the Jonathan Foundation.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
8 events- Former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan addressed the continent at a forum in Ethiopia, urging investment in research.
- Goodluck Jonathan urged the African Union to speak with one voice during an event held in Ghana.
- Goodluck Jonathan urged Nigeria to increase local production capacity.
- Goodluck Jonathan and Emmanuel Uduaghan introduced pipeline surveillance arrangements to contribute to peace in the Niger Delta.
- Goodluck Jonathan's administration established schools in the North, while Mike Oghiadomhe served as his Chief of Staff.
- Aliko Dangote called for economic growth in Nigeria, and Goodluck Jonathan urged the government to revisit existing programs.
- Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, and Abdulsalami Abubakar met under a Peace Accord, working with Matthew Hassan Kukah.
- Nigeria faced challenges during the 2015 election cycle.
September 2026
8 events- Advocates are pushing for a cultural shift in Nigeria to combat corruption, using successful social values as an example.
- Okpebholo discusses Bola Ahmed Tinubu's current presidential tenure, while rivals oppose Goodluck Jonathan's Almajiri school plan.
- Political figures including Goodluck Jonathan, Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, and Jolly Nyame are actively campaigning and seeking support across various states in Nigeria.
- Peter Obi served as presidential adviser to Goodluck Jonathan.
- A collection of historical and opinion pieces from 2026-09-01 regarding Nigerian politics, involving various political figures and regional calls.
- Kawas alleges sabotage against Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and compares the current political situation to the time of Goodluck Jonathan.
- A group attacked Goodluck Jonathan during his inauguration ceremony, while Boko Haram continues to operate in northern Nigerian states.
- Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeks re-election on the APC platform while Goodluck Jonathan loses his re-election bid to Muhammadu Buhari.
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August 2026
13 events- PDP candidates, including Goodluck Jonathan, have submitted their claims to the INEC amid leadership disputes and scrutiny.
- Goodluck Jonathan announced plans for establishing new federal universities, specifying the location in Ado-Ekiti.
- Goodluck Jonathan gathered people in Bauchi State, while Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Ademola Adeleke in Osun State.
- A coordinated foundation statement links Nigeria's national debt concerns to presidential rotation arrangements and past political roles.
- Goodluck Jonathan commented on the Osun governorship election and warned about threats to Nigeria's democratic stability.
- Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim expresses concern over Tinubu's public communication and warns against undermining Nigeria's democracy.
- Goodluck Jonathan cited Singapore's economic transformation and expressed concern over African university rankings.
- Goodluck Jonathan critiques Nigeria's post-election litigation culture, contrasting it with South African norms.
- Goodluck Jonathan stated that his concession of defeat helped preserve Nigerian democracy.
- Goodluck Jonathan commended Bauchi State for its infrastructure development.
- A 1995 article details the political landscape of the early 2000s, noting that Goodluck Jonathan lost in Osun State in the 2011 election.
- Chief Jackson Ude received the Peace Ambassador award and was noted to have served in Goodluck Jonathan's administration.
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing political challenges, with the party benefiting from the administration's perceived failures and facing criticism from religious leaders.
July 2026
17 events- Goodluck Jonathan negotiated peace efforts in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.
- Nigeria launched the Integrated Almajiri Education Programme on January 22, 1995.
- An article details that Goodluck Jonathan's tenure in office preceded the initiation of Muhammadu Buhari's anti-corruption drive.
- Goodluck Jonathan's past role in the NGF rift and the current context of the NBA election in Nigerian politics.
- High-level officials visited militant camps in the Niger Delta and called for dialogue on insecurity in Northern Nigeria.
- Ahmad Gumi questioned past approaches to Niger Delta militancy.
- Nigerian political figures are engaged in high-level lobbying efforts in Washington, drawing international commentary from Trump and Obama.
- APC used propaganda to defeat Goodluck Jonathan.
- Calls are being made for a UN-backed inquiry into the school abductions, inviting international organizations to scrutinize the Chibok incident.
- Goodluck Jonathan praised the government's decision to discontinue criminal proceedings against former Sierra Leone president Ernest Koroma.
- Basic facts confirm Oyo State is part of Nigeria and Goodluck Jonathan was a former president.
- Historical records detail the sequence of leaders occupying Aso Rock in 1995, involving figures such as Muhammadu Buhari, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Goodluck Jonathan.
- Olusegun Obasanjo complained about a Chief of Staff during Goodluck Jonathan's tenure.
- Alleged offer to split South-South votes between Peter Obi and Goodluck Jonathan.
- A critic (Ndume/Unnamed Senator) is targeting President Tinubu's leadership, and this critic is also involved in issues with the Jonathan administration.
- Goodluck Jonathan, after being instrumental in defeating Jonathan, sought a ministerial post under Buhari but was rejected as Atiku Abubakar's running mate.
- Rabiu Kwankwaso and Goodluck Jonathan share a political circle with the deceased Tanimola.
June 2026
13 events- Diezani Alison-Madueke served as Nigeria's Petroleum Minister.
- Diezani Alison-Madueke was acquitted by a United Kingdom court concerning her tenure as Nigeria’s petroleum minister under Goodluck Jonathan.
- Prosecutors allege that Diezani Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria's petroleum minister between 2010 and 2015, enjoyed luxury in London.
- A trial was held in London's Southwark Crown Court involving Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian oil minister.
- In 1995, Goodluck Jonathan was affirmed as a candidate by a PDP faction and sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria.
- Peter Obi urged Bola Tinubu to retire due to poor performance.
- Nigerian political figures, including Goodluck Jonathan and Bola Tinubu, are navigating opposition pressures and coalition support ahead of elections.
- Parties are competing in the 2027 general elections, with Goodluck Jonathan noted as being involved in a PDP crisis.
- The Peoples Democratic Party is experiencing a factional crisis in Kwara State, involving figures like Bukola Saraki and Goodluck Jonathan.
- Legal challenges regarding Goodluck Jonathan's candidacy were heard in the Federal High Court in Abuja, with a PDP faction offering support.
- Goodluck Jonathan praised the successful management of political parties.
- Goodluck Jonathan outlined his views on national stability during an event held in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, emphasizing the country's role in Africa.
- Goodluck Jonathan announced he will contest the 2027 presidential election on the Peoples Democratic Party platform, with support from Fred Agbedi.