JUST IN: PETER OBI QUITS ADC, WARNS OF DEEPENING POLITICAL CRISIS IN NIGERIA

PETER OBI QUITS ADC, WARNS OF DEEPENING POLITICAL CRISIS IN NIGERIA


Former presidential candidate and ex-Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has officially announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing persistent internal conflicts and a worsening political environment.

Obi made the announcement in a statement shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, where he expressed concern over what he described as increasing instability and tension within Nigeria’s political landscape.

He clarified that his decision to leave the party was not due to personal disagreements with its leadership. Obi specifically acknowledged the National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, stating that he continues to hold them in high regard.

According to him, his exit was largely influenced by ongoing internal wrangling, legal disputes, and what he described as external interference, which have contributed to uncertainty within the party. He noted that similar challenges had previously led to his departure from the Labour Party.

Obi warned that recurring divisions, litigations, and mistrust within political parties are distracting leaders from addressing critical national issues and delivering effective governance.

“The same forces that created instability and crises in my former political platform appear to be resurfacing,” he stated, highlighting concerns about a pattern of political disruption.

He further observed that the current political culture often misinterprets values such as integrity, humility, and accountability as weaknesses. According to him, individuals who demonstrate commitment to service are frequently subjected to criticism and misrepresentation.

Obi also pointed out that despite his contributions, he and his associates were sometimes treated as outsiders within the political system, a situation he described as discouraging for genuine reform efforts.

Reaffirming his commitment to national development, Obi stressed that his political ambition is not driven by the pursuit of power but by a desire to build a functional, inclusive, and equitable society.

“I am not desperate for any political office, but committed to seeing a Nigeria that works for all,” he stated.

Despite his resignation from the ADC, Obi expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, emphasizing the need for leadership grounded in justice, equity, and compassion.

The development comes amid ongoing concerns about party cohesion and political stability in Nigeria, as stakeholders continue to call for reforms aimed at strengthening democratic institutions.

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