Real reasons I dumped ADC for NDC – Peter Obi opens up

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has explained the reasons behind his defection from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), blaming deepening national crises and what he described as “orchestrated political obstacles.”

Obi said his decision was driven by “the urgent need to rescue Nigeria” from its worsening socio-economic and security challenges.

“The condition of our nation and the urgent need to rescue Nigeria informed my decision,” he said.

The former presidential candidate revealed that persistent internal crises and litigation within opposition parties played a major role in his exit.

“I left the ADC for the same reason I left the Labour Party-severe, orchestrated litigation and internal crises deliberately designed to prevent effective participation in the electoral process,” he stated.

He warned that such developments pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy, urging authorities to stop actions that weaken opposition parties.

“Democracy must never become a weapon against the people,” Obi cautioned.

Obi also painted a bleak picture of the country, citing rising poverty, hunger, insecurity and economic hardship as factors that compelled him to seek a new political platform.

“Businesses are shutting down daily. Our young people are losing hope, and many citizens have lost faith in the system,” he added.

He said his move to the NDC, alongside Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, was aimed at continuing the struggle for a “new Nigeria” anchored on accountability, competence and compassion.

Obi maintained that the decision was not driven by personal ambition but by a commitment to national interest.