How I was betrayed during 2015 re-election bid

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has alleged that he suffered betrayals from close allies during his unsuccessful bid for re-election in 2015.

Jonathan spoke in Benin, the Edo State capital, at the 70th birthday celebration of his former Chief of Staff and ex-Deputy Governor of Edo State, Chief Mike Aiyegbeni Oghiadomhe.

The former president described Oghiadomhe as one of his most trusted associates who has remained steadfast both during and after his presidency.

“Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betrayals,” Jonathan said. “I have witnessed a lot of betrayals, especially during the 2015 election. It is difficult to find someone who says the same thing in the morning, afternoon, and evening.”

Oghiadomhe served as Jonathan’s Chief of Staff between 2010 and 2014 before resigning to pursue other political interests.

Jonathan’s remarks come amid growing speculation about a possible political comeback in 2027 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform. However, he has yet to confirm or deny the reports.