By Our Correspondent
National News – The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Bolaji Abdullahi, has accused Peter Obi of showing little interest in the party’s policy direction during his brief stay, alleging that his primary focus was securing the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 elections.
Abdullahi made this claim on Monday during an appearance on Arise News’ Prime Time programme, where he addressed recent political developments within the party.
According to Abdullahi, the ADC had spent months crafting a detailed manifesto covering critical national issues such as fuel subsidy, security, and governance.
However, he alleged that Obi never engaged with these policy discussions.
He stated that Obi would struggle to outline the party’s stance on key issues because he was not involved in shaping them.
The ADC spokesperson explained that party members fall into three categories: those who use the platform merely to contest elections, those committed to challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress, and those focused on building a policy-driven political institution.
He suggested that Obi belonged to the first group, emphasizing that serious contenders should understand and promote their party’s ideology.
Abdullahi also addressed the recent exit of Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso from the ADC, describing it as a temporary setback rather than a major blow.
He maintained that the party remains confident about forming a credible opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections, adding that it is reorganising and will return stronger.
He further dismissed claims that Atiku Abubakar had become the automatic frontrunner for the ADC ticket, stressing that the party would not serve as a special vehicle for any individual.
He noted that figures like Rotimi Amaechi remain in contention.
Obi and Kwankwaso had joined the ADC in March 2026 as part of a broader coalition to challenge the APC but exited on Sunday, citing internal disputes, legal battles, and alleged obstruction.
Obi, however, insisted his decision was driven by a commitment to national progress rather than personal ambition.
