The African Democratic Congress has said the exit of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso represents a major loss but does not threaten the party’s survival or its preparations for the 2027 general election.
Speaking on Monday during an interview on ARISE NEWS, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, admitted that losing two influential political figures was a difficult development but stressed that it would not derail the party’s long-term plans.
He explained that the ADC remains focused on building a united opposition platform capable of taking on the ruling All Progressives Congress, noting that the coalition project was designed to accommodate a wide range of political interests.
According to Abdullahi, the move to form a coalition became necessary due to challenges confronting individual opposition parties, adding that unity was seen as the most effective way to strengthen their chances at the polls.
He also downplayed concerns about internal instability, stating that despite ongoing legal disputes, the party had continued to make progress in consolidating its coalition efforts.
Abdullahi rejected claims that Obi’s exit signalled a breakdown within the ADC, pointing out that the former presidential candidate had already cited legal concerns as part of his reason for leaving.
Although he described the development as unfortunate, Abdullahi suggested that the departure of both men could help ease internal pressures, giving the party room to focus on restructuring and strategy.
He reaffirmed that the ADC would press ahead with its plans to position itself as a credible opposition force, insisting that the recent exits would not weaken its resolve ahead of the next general election.