Peter Obi speaks on defecting to ADC
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified that he does not need to formally defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Obi explained that he has always been a member of the ADC and has been part of the coalition from its early days.
He made the clarification on Sunday night while speaking during an X Space discussion.
The former Anambra State governor also used the opportunity to express deep respect for former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, whom he described as a leader within the coalition.
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“I am not joining the ADC. I cannot re-join what I am already a part of,” Obi said.
“I have been part of the coalition from day one.
“Nobody is stepping down for me in the ADC.
“We have all agreed to work together, and Atiku remains my respected leader.”
Obi’s remarks come amid widespread reports and speculation that he was planning to formally move to the ADC ahead of the next presidential election.
His clarification appears to be aimed at addressing the growing public debate over his political future and his role within the opposition coalition.
By stating that he has always been part of the ADC framework, Obi sought to correct what he described as a misunderstanding surrounding his political position.
As of now, neither the ADC nor the Labour Party has issued an official statement responding to Obi’s comments, but the clarification has continued to generate reactions across political circles.
