In a statement issued on Sunday through his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan described the allegation as a deliberate attempt to drag him into unnecessary political controversy and mislead the public.
“The speculation is completely false, baseless and a deliberate attempt to drag him into needless political controversy,” Eze said.
The media aide noted that the publication falsely claimed Jonathan had disclosed receiving the huge offer to challenge Obi and split votes in the South-South region. However, the report provided no credible details, such as when or where the alleged statement was made, the identity of those who supposedly made the offer, or any witnesses.
“The story bore all the characteristics of fabricated news designed to mislead the public and create unnecessary political tension ahead of the 2027 general elections,” Eze added.
Jonathan, according to his spokesman, has never been involved in any such arrangement.
“Jonathan was never involved in the ‘N500 billion offer to divide the South’s votes against Peter Obi in the 2027 general elections,” the statement read.
Eze urged Nigerians to disregard the report entirely and to always verify sensational political claims before circulating them.
“The build-up to every election season often witnesses a surge in misinformation and fake attributions. Such reports should not be mistaken for verified facts,” he warned.
“Jonathan has not made any statement suggesting he was offered money to contest the presidency or undermine any candidate,” Eze concluded.
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