By Our Correspondent

National News – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has admitted that the exit of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso is a setback but insists it will not derail its 2027 presidential ambitions.

The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, disclosed this on Monday during an interview on Arise News Prime Time.

Abdullahi explained that Obi and Kwankwaso, who had briefly aligned with the ADC in a bid to build a strong opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections, have now moved to the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

According to him, while their departure is significant, it does not automatically weaken the party’s chances, noting that past electoral figures do not always translate into future success.

Speaking on the development, Abdullahi said he was personally disappointed by their exit but remained confident in the party’s direction.

He added that although the situation is a setback, it has also eased internal tensions, allowing the ADC to focus on its core strategies without undue pressure.

He further clarified that the ADC does not view Obi and Kwankwaso as political enemies and has no intention of engaging in conflict with them, despite their decision to leave.

The party, he said, remains committed to strengthening its structure and preparing for the next general elections.

Obi, however, defended his departure, citing persistent internal crises and what he described as litigation-driven challenges within the party.

He argued that such issues could weaken opposition politics and undermine democracy if left unchecked, stressing the need for a stable and credible political platform ahead of 2027.