BREAKING: Peter Obi dumps ADC

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has officially announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), blaming persistent internal crises and what he described as Nigeria’s increasingly hostile political environment.

In a statement shared on Sunday via X, Obi said the decision followed deep personal reflection and what he termed “silent pains” endured while navigating the country’s political space.

He painted a grim picture of Nigeria’s political climate, describing it as toxic and counterproductive to genuine public service.

“We now live in an environment that has become increasingly toxic, where the system that should protect and create opportunities often works against the people,” he said.

Frustration with Political Culture

Obi disclosed that beyond systemic challenges, he also faced internal pressures and criticism within political circles he had joined in pursuit of reform-driven leadership.

According to him, political loyalty in Nigeria is often superficial, with some allies publicly supportive but privately disengaged.

“Some who publicly identify with you privately distance themselves or join in unfair criticism,” he noted, adding that humility is frequently mistaken for weakness in the nation’s political culture.

No Personal Grievance Against Leaders

Despite his exit, Obi was careful to dismiss any personal rift with key figures in the ADC, including former Senate President David Mark and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.

He maintained that both leaders treated him with respect, stressing that his decision was not driven by personal disagreements.

“Let me state clearly: my decision is not because these respected leaders treated me badly. I will continue to respect them,” he said.

Blames Endless Legal Battles, Party Instability

Obi attributed his resignation largely to the recurring legal disputes and internal wrangling within the ADC, which he said have distracted the party from addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges.

He warned that the same pattern of crises that destabilised his former political platform appears to be taking root within the ADC.

According to him, such conflicts have shifted focus away from governance and reform, replacing it with “control, exclusion, and internal battles.”

‘Not Desperate for Power’

Reiterating his long-held stance, Obi said he is not driven by personal ambition for political office but by a desire to see meaningful change in the country.

“I am not desperate to be President, Vice President or Senate President. I am desperate to see a Nigeria where people can live in dignity, without hunger, fear, or displacement,” he said.

Hope for Nigeria Remains

Despite his departure, Obi reaffirmed his belief in Nigeria’s potential, insisting that competent and compassionate leadership is still achievable.

“A new Nigeria is possible,” he declared.

His exit adds a new dimension to the ongoing realignments within opposition ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections, with analysts expecting further political shifts in the coming days.

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