“I’ll Walk Away Again If Needed” — Peter Obi Raises Concerns Over ADC Process
Fresh tension has surfaced within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following remarks by former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, indicating he could leave the party if its internal processes are compromised.
Speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Monday, Obi explained the reasons behind his previous party defections, maintaining that his decisions have always been guided by principle rather than personal interest.
He recalled his move from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that it was prompted by disagreements with his successor as governor of Anambra State.
“I moved from APGA to the PDP because of issues with my successor. Rather than allow it to become toxic and destructive to governance, I decided to step aside,” he said.
Obi added that his experience in the PDP did not differ much, alleging that the system was plagued by disregard for rules and excessive political bargaining.
“People were not playing by the rules. It was transactional. I cannot be part of transactional primaries. I cannot be paying people to go and serve them,” he stated.
He further explained that his eventual move to the Labour Party was driven by similar concerns about governance and internal party practices.
“So I moved to Labour, and like I said, the same system became evident again. I had to step away from what I escaped from,” he noted.
Now in the ADC, Obi said he is observing similar patterns among politicians who have moved from other parties, warning that he would not hesitate to take a stand if necessary.
“I’m in ADC with the same people, some of whom left PDP and other parties, but we are seeing the same process. If that process is compromised again, I will speak out. If I have to move 20 times, I will.
“I have never been involved in rigging elections at the primary level, during elections, or after,” he emphasized.
COMMENTS