The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has urged former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan to consider returning to national leadership ahead of the 2027 general election.
The call was made by the group during its 32nd National Executive Council meeting in Jos, Plateau State, on Friday.
Goodluck Ebele Jonathan served as Nigeria’s President from 2010 to 2015, first as Acting President and later as elected President. His administration focused on various economic and governance initiatives during his tenure.
The 2027 general election in Nigeria is scheduled to elect a new president for the country.
Political parties and interest groups are engaging in early discussions about leadership preferences and candidate support as the election cycle progresses.
The Middle Belt Forum is a socio‑political organisation representing interests from Nigeria’s Middle Belt region, a geopolitical area spanning parts of the North‑Central region. The group often engages in advocacy on national issues affecting its member states.
At the MBF meeting in Jos, officials said they received what they described as “a huge clamour for Jonathan’s return to leadership” from members across the country.
The group said supporters believe Jonathan’s leadership qualities and experience could offer stability and continuity for Nigeria.
Speaking during the meeting, the MBF President and Chairman of Council, Mr. Samuel Asseka, said the organisation’s members across the country expressed support for Jonathan’s return to national leadership. He said this reflected widespread requests from grassroots supporters.
Asseka noted that proponents of the call believe Jonathan’s leadership style and experience would contribute to national cohesion. He described the endorsements as reflecting popular sentiment within certain communities.
The MBF said it would communicate the outcome of its meeting to Jonathan’s office but did not specify any formal invitation or endorsement from him.
Calls from socio‑political groups for the return of a former president can influence public discourse as the 2027 election approaches.
Such expressions of support from regional organisations may shape early narratives around potential candidates and leadership preferences.
Civil society organisations, political parties and other stakeholders often monitor endorsements and public sentiment ahead of major elections.
While a group’s call does not constitute an official campaign, it reflects interest among some sections of the population regarding leadership options.
