By Our Correspondent

National News – Political tension rose on Saturday as indications emerged that opposition figures Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso are preparing to exit the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday, according to NNPP chieftain Buba Galadima at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja.

He said discussions within the opposition space have reached a decisive stage, with key actors aligning around a newly proposed platform, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

Sources linked to the development claimed the move follows extensive consultations and internal agreements involving political stakeholders associated with former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson.

The unfolding arrangement has triggered reactions within political circles, with Galadima warning that supporters should expect heightened media narratives and online criticism following the announcement.

He alleged that coordinated opinion campaigns and social media pushback may follow the realignment, urging supporters to respond firmly and strategically.

Other speakers at the Abuja gathering, including Isaac Fayose and activist Aisha Yesufu, expressed optimism about renewed opposition unity and urged Nigerians to focus on national cohesion rather than political divisions.

Fayose described the emerging alliance as a strong alternative force, while Yesufu called for unity across ethnic and regional lines ahead of the 2027 election cycle.

The anticipated shift is widely viewed as a major development in Nigeria’s opposition politics, with potential implications for party strength and voter alignment going forward.

Political observers say the expected movement could reshape alliances within Nigeria’s opposition landscape, particularly as parties reposition ahead of future electoral contests.

The development has also intensified conversations around coalition-building, leadership influence, and emerging voter blocs across different regions.

Analysts note that continued fragmentation or consolidation among opposition actors may significantly affect campaign strategies and electoral competitiveness in the coming cycle.

Meanwhile, stakeholders within the ADC are yet to issue an official response, as attention builds toward the anticipated announcement on Monday, which is expected to further clarify the direction of the political realignment and the structure of the proposed new platform.

Further details are expected after Monday’s declaration.