Several prominent figures within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are reportedly planning to defect to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Among those said to be at the centre of this potential political shift is the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
Sources close to the former Anambra State governor revealed that the move is driven by growing dissatisfaction with the ADC’s internal structure, as well as uncertainties following a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Although the court judgment—delivered on Thursday—lifted an earlier injunction that removed David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as National Chairman and Secretary, it did not resolve the core leadership dispute. Instead, the case was referred back to the Federal High Court, leaving key issues unsettled.
This unresolved crisis has heightened concerns among party stakeholders, who fear that the final outcome could destabilize the party at a critical time ahead of the elections.
Insiders also pointed to ongoing tensions with supporters of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as another factor influencing Obi’s reconsideration of his position within the ADC.
A source familiar with the discussions disclosed that Obi has been consulting widely with stakeholders, expressing concerns that the party structure appears skewed in favour of a particular aspirant and lacks commitment to zoning its presidential ticket to the South.
According to the source, Obi believes these challenges could undermine the credibility of any primary election conducted by the party. Coupled with multiple legal battles and internal crises, he reportedly sees the ADC as an unstable platform for his 2027 presidential ambition.
The source further claimed that discussions have already taken place with the NDC, which has allegedly offered Obi an uncontested presidential ticket. A formal defection, along with his supporters, is expected within days.
Another aide confirmed that Obi may soon publicly declare his intention.
However, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, declined to confirm or deny the reports, maintaining that Obi remains committed to contesting the 2027 presidential election, though without specifying the platform.
Meanwhile, the NDC Deputy Publicity Secretary, Abdulmumin Abdulsalam, acknowledged ongoing engagements involving Obi, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and the party’s National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson.
While he stopped short of confirming the defection, Abdulsalam noted that discussions and possible alliances have been underway and suggested that both Obi and Kwankwaso would be welcomed into the party, with the possibility of securing its presidential ticket.ADC Leaders, Obi Consider Switch to NDC
