Court Fixes May 26 for Judgment in Suit Seeking Goodluck Jonathan’s Disqualification from 2027 Presidential Race

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 26, 2026, for judgment in a suit seeking the disqualification of former President Goodluck Jonathan from participating in the 2027 presidential election.

The date was announced by Justice Peter Lifu after parties involved in the matter adopted their final written addresses before the court.

The case has attracted national attention amid growing political discussions surrounding possible alignments and potential contenders ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Although details of the legal arguments were still emerging at the time of filing this report, the suit reportedly challenges Jonathan’s eligibility to return to the presidential race under constitutional provisions relating to tenure and eligibility.

Legal representatives for the parties presented their final submissions before the court ahead of the scheduled judgment date.

Political observers say the outcome of the case could have significant implications for Nigeria’s political landscape and future presidential calculations ahead of 2027.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, who served as Nigeria’s president between 2010 and 2015, has remained a prominent figure in national and international political discourse despite not officially declaring any presidential ambition for 2027.

Attention is now focused on May 26, when the Federal High Court is expected to deliver its verdict on the matter.