In a dramatic political shake-up, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has been removed as Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF).

The decision was taken at an extraordinary meeting of approximately 20 Progressive Governors held in Abuja on Thursday. The governors, who include those of Ogun, Bayelsa, Enugu States and 17 others, convened shortly after the submission of President Bola Tinubu’s presidential nomination form.

Sources at the meeting described the move as a strategic realignment within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) structure. Governor Uzodinma’s removal marks the end of his tenure as PGF Chairman, a position he had held for several years.

A new chairman is expected to be announced soon as the forum seeks to consolidate its position and strengthen coordination among progressive governors ahead of key national political developments.

This development comes at a critical time for the APC, with intra-party dynamics and preparations for future elections taking center stage.

More details are awaited as the Progressive Governors Forum is yet to issue an official statement on the outcome of the extraordinary meeting.

“GEJ: Nigeria is dying, save it!”, “GEJ, Nigerian youths break the medicine wey dem do you”, and “GEJ, if you no run, we quench”.

With those screaming slogans , youths under the aegis of the Coalition for Goodluck Jonathan, urged him to return to active politics and contest the 2027 presidential election.

The youths youths on Thursday staged a solidarity rally at his residence in Maitama, Abuja.

The demonstrators gathered around Taraba Close and adjoining streets, causing heavy traffic disruption in the upscale district as they chanted slogans, danced to music, and waved placards calling on the former president to run again.

The youths described Jonathan as a unifying national figure capable of addressing the country’s economic and political challenges ahead of the 2027 general election.

Addressing the crowd, Jonathan acknowledged their appeals and said he would reflect on the demands before taking a decision.

“I’ve heard you loud and clear. I will consult widely before taking any decision,” he said.

A few hours ago, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, the son of former Kaduna State Governor, announced his resignation from from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

“As a proud son of Mallam Nasir Elrufai, I am guided by courage, conviction, and the unshakable belief that our people deserve the very best. To the people of Kaduna North: our work continues, and it will not stop. We will never compromise on delivering quality representation. There is still so much to do,” he said on Thursday in a post which he shared on his official X account.

“I am now a member of the ADC, and I will be seeking re‑election to continue representing the good people of Kaduna North Federal Constituency on this platform.“

I am joined in this new chapter by our respected elder, Hon. Engr. Suleiman Richifa, representing Soba, and my dear brother, Hon. Umar Ajilo, representing Makarfi/Kudan, who both defected from their previous parties to the African Democratic Congress.

Together, we are building a home for progressive, people‑focused service.”