Justice Salami Explains Why Goodluck Jonathan Cannot Contest in 2027 Presidential Election
Justice Salami, a former President of the Court of Appeal, clarified that Goodluck Jonathan is ineligible to run for the 2027 Nigerian presidential election as he has already served two terms as President. The Nigerian constitution prohibits Jonathan from seeking office again to avoid violating the law, which limits a person to two presidential terms.
Salami emphasized that the constitutional amendment enforces a two-term limit, preventing individuals like Jonathan from contesting further elections. He warned politicians against attempting to circumvent these restrictions, highlighting the importance of upholding the rule of law.
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