Peter Obi Leaves ADC Citing Internal Crisis, Division

Peter Obi leaves ADC over internal crises and court cases, reaffirming his commitment to a new Nigeria despite political toxicity.

Peter Obi announces his departure from the ADC over internal crisis and division.

Peter Obi has officially announced his departure from the African Democratic Congress. He made this known in a statement released on Saturday, May 3.

The former presidential candidate explained that he is stepping away because of deep internal problems. He listed endless court cases, suspicion, and division as the major reasons for his exit.

Obi expressed deep frustration with the current state of politics in the country. He noted that the political environment has become highly toxic.

According to him, the same forces that destabilized his former party, the Labour Party, have now infiltrated the ADC. He accused political agents of creating unnecessary hostility instead of focusing on solving national problems.

However, Obi was quick to clear the air about the party leadership. He stressed that his departure is not because the ADC Chairman, Senator David Mark, treated him badly.

He also mentioned that his leader and elder brother, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, did nothing wrong to him. Obi promised to continue holding these respected figures in high regard.

The former Anambra State governor spoke about the silent pains of trying to serve honestly in Nigeria. He lamented that in today's political space, humility is often mistaken for weakness, and compassion is seen as foolishness.

He explained that honest contributions are barely appreciated. Instead, those who try to do the right thing are treated like outsiders and easy targets for blame.

Obi noted that even when you choose to step aside to give others peace, your character is still attacked. He questioned why integrity and prudent management of resources are often misjudged as stinginess in the country.

Despite the heavy challenges, Obi made his priorities very clear. He stated that he is not desperate for any political position.

He said he is not fighting to be President, Vice President, or Senate President. Instead, his desperation is for a better country where citizens can live safely and comfortably.

Obi said he desperately wants to see a nation where mothers do not weep over kidnapped children. He wants a country where people do not sleep hungry or live in displaced persons' camps.

He concluded his message with a strong sense of resolve. Obi maintained his firm belief that Nigeria can still rise above its current troubles.

With competent leadership built on justice and equal opportunity, he affirmed, a new Nigeria is still very much possible.