Fresh uncertainty has emerged within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as reports suggest that former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, and former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, may be on their way out of the party.
The speculation comes at a time when the ADC is grappling with an internal leadership crisis, raising concerns about its stability ahead of future political contests. Though no official statements have been issued by either Obi or Kwankwaso, political observers say recent developments within the party have fueled assumptions about a possible exit.
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Both leaders had earlier left their respective parties—the Labour Party and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)—to align with the ADC, a move that was widely seen as part of broader coalition-building efforts ahead of national elections. There were also reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo had played a role in facilitating discussions aimed at presenting a united front, possibly through a joint ticket arrangement.
However, emerging permutations suggest that the political ambition of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar could complicate such plans. Atiku, a dominant figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, is often associated with strong influence in party primary processes, where delegate support plays a decisive role.
Analysts note that this dynamic may pose a challenge for candidates like Peter Obi, who is known for his “no-shishi” stance against inducement politics. Within Nigeria’s political system, where delegates are sometimes perceived to prioritize financial incentives during primaries, such a position could prove difficult to sustain.
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While these claims remain speculative, the situation continues to attract attention as stakeholders monitor how the internal issues within ADC—and the ambitions of key political figures—will shape the party’s direction in the coming weeks.
For now, the reported plans by Obi and Kwankwaso to leave the party remain unconfirmed.
