By Our Correspondent
National News – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former presidential candidate Peter Obi following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing him of seeking an easy path to power.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, made the remarks on Sunday via a post on X, where he described Obi as a “political rolling stone” allegedly moving across parties in search of a free presidential ticket.
According to Morka, Obi has consistently avoided internal party contests, preferring what he called a “platter of gold” route to the presidency.
He referenced Obi’s political journey across multiple platforms, including APGA, PDP, Labour Party, and most recently ADC, suggesting a pattern of frequent party switching.
The APC spokesman concluded his criticism by labelling Obi a “political drifter,” intensifying the political tension ahead of future elections.
Obi, however, announced his exit from the ADC earlier on Sunday, citing internal crises and a toxic political atmosphere within the party.
He explained that persistent divisions and disputes had distracted the party from focusing on national development and governance issues.
The former Anambra State governor clarified that his decision was not driven by personal conflicts with prominent figures such as David Mark or Atiku Abubakar, both of whom he said he respects.
He further stressed that he is not desperate for political office, maintaining that his primary goal remains improving the welfare of Nigerians.
Obi reiterated his belief that competent and compassionate leadership is achievable in Nigeria despite current political challenges.
The development highlights ongoing political realignments as key actors reposition themselves ahead of future elections.
While the APC continues to question Obi’s consistency, the former candidate insists his decisions are guided by principle and the broader interest of national progress.
The situation underscores deepening divisions within opposition ranks and raises fresh questions about party stability and leadership direction in Nigeria.
