There was unexpected drama at the PDP national convention venue yesterday as enthusiastic supporters lit up the arena with boldly designed flags promoting an unlikely 2027 presidential pairing: Goodluck Jonathan for President and Bala Mohammed for Vice President.
The colourful banners, waved high above the sea of delegates, immediately sparked excitement, speculation, and murmurs across the hall. The striking images of former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan alongside Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed sent a clear message — a section of the party faithful is already dreaming of a comeback ticket.
Witnesses described the scene as electric, with youth groups and women’s coalitions chanting in favour of the duo, insisting the nation needs “experience and stability” ahead of the 2027 polls. The impromptu display momentarily diverted attention from the day’s official proceedings as cameras clustered around the jubilant crowd.
Party leaders, however, maintained tight lips, refusing to comment on whether the surprise branding had any official backing. But analysts say the flags may signal early underground manoeuvres within the party, especially as the PDP continues to navigate internal tensions and debates over its future direction.
While neither Jonathan nor Bala Mohammed has declared interest in the race, the dramatic show of support at the convention has effectively fired the first shot of the PDP’s 2027 political chess game.
If the mood at the venue is anything to go by, the “Jonathan–Bala 2027” chant may just be the beginning of a new wave of agitation within Nigeria’s oldest opposition party.
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