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Goodluck Jonathan is a Nigerian politician who served as President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. He first became president after serving as vice president and assuming the office when President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua died. A member of the People's Democratic Party, Jonathan is also associated with the oil-producing Niger Delta, and he drew international attention in 2015 by conceding the presidential election before the final result was formally announced.
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When was Goodluck Jonathan president of Nigeria?
Goodluck Jonathan served as President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. He first assumed the presidency after President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua died.
How did Goodluck Jonathan become president?
Jonathan was serving as vice president when Yar'Adua died, and he then assumed the office of president. He later won election as a member of the People's Democratic Party.
Which political party did Goodluck Jonathan belong to?
Goodluck Jonathan was a member of Nigeria's People's Democratic Party. His presidency ran from 2010 through 2015.
What office did Jonathan hold before becoming president?
He served as vice president of Nigeria before becoming president. His transition to the presidency followed the death of Umaru Musa Yar'Adua.
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