By Kamsi Anayo
Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, are set to formally exit the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and unveil a new political platform on Monday.
The development was confirmed on Saturday by Buba Galadima, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), during a stakeholders’ meeting of the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement in Abuja.Political Campaign Coverage
Galadima disclosed that the two opposition leaders would publicly announce their new political base on Monday, signaling a major realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.Nigerian Legal Commentary
“As from Monday, when our leaders declare on which platform they will run, I want to tell you that one of two things will happen. And I’m here to guide you on your response to what will happen,” he said.
“First, they will sponsor columnists. Two, they will deploy social media influencers to start attacking our candidates. For all of you who are on social media and those you with the mighty pen, you must be prepared to respond to anything they are going to say.”
Although Galadima did not name the platform, sources close to the opposition bloc indicated that both leaders have concluded arrangements to align with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), a newly floated party reportedly linked to former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson.Nigerian Legal Commentary
A source familiar with the negotiations confirmed that the move followed dissatisfaction with internal dynamics within the ADC.
“Both Obi, Kwankwaso and their chieftains were on ground between yesterday and this morning signing the relevant documents with Senator Dickson and the NDC leaders,” the source said.
“We don’t want a repeat of what happened in the ADC to occur again. We discovered late that Atiku and his loyalists lured our leaders to that opposition party to fulfil only one single mission – Atiku’s presidential ambition.
“All is now set. Both Obi and Kwankwaso will announce their defection from the ADC on Monday.”
Galadima further warned supporters to brace for political backlash, urging a disciplined but firm response to anticipated attacks.Political Campaign Coverage
“For all of you who are on social media and those with the mighty pen, you must be prepared to respond to anything they are going to say… don’t call anybody any name until they call our leaders names.
Then we will respond with the greatest might of intellect in us,” he said.
He also alleged sustained pressure on opposition figures, claiming that security agencies had targeted them while established parties were being weakened.
