Nigeria, Aug. 9 -- Speaking in an interview on Channels Television Friday night, monitored by The News Chronicle, Lamido said Jonathan's experience, calm temperament, and proven leadership credentials place him miles ahead of other PDP hopefuls.

"For the PDP right now, Jonathan is the best bet," Lamido declared. "He's competent, qualified, and a unifying figure. The party should be working overtime to bring him back."

Lamido argued that among all southern politicians in the PDP, Jonathan stands out as the most viable, citing his collaborative approach and statesmanship during his time in office.

"If we're zoning the presidency to the South, who else in the PDP has his pedigree?" he asked. "No one can challenge him in terms of experienc...