Nigeria, Sept. 12 -- "Today in Abuja, I met with my very dear elder brother, statesman, and leader, former President Goodluck Jonathan," Obi wrote. "We had a fruitful closed-door meeting and discussed the state of our dear nation."

The encounter has fueled speculation about Jonathan's possible return to frontline politics ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Some senior figures in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suggest both Jonathan and Obi could emerge as potential party candidates.

The News Chronicle reprted that Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed recently hinted that the PDP may be open to either contender, while Senator Abba Moro of Benue South confirmed ongoing discussions with both, noting that Obi could secure the PDP t...