Peter Obi leaves Labour Party for ADC, calls for united opposition
Peter Obi has officially left the Labour Party and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The former Anambra governor urged Nigerians and opposition groups to unite under a broad coalition to address the country’s challenges. At his announcement, Obi criticised the current political leadership for economic mismanagement and division. He emphasised that Nigeria’s problems stem from leadership failure, not lack of resources.
Key takeaways
- Peter Obi announced his defection to the ADC at the Nike Lake Resort, Enugu, during a New Year address.
- He called on his political associates, the Obidient Movement, and opposition leaders to join the ADC for a national coalition.
- Obi accused the current leadership of state capture, economic mismanagement, and exploiting divisions for political gain.
- He warned against attempts to rig the 2027 general elections and called for urgent electoral reforms.
- Obi criticised the Federal Government’s tax reforms, describing them as anti-people and based on a dangerous precedent.
