Odita Sunday 
BREAKING: Peter Obi Dumps ADC Over Internal Crisis, ‘Toxic’ Political Climate
By Odita Sunday
Nigeria’s political landscape was jolted on Sunday as former presidential candidate Peter Obi formally announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing deepening internal discord and an increasingly hostile political environment.
Obi disclosed his decision in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he expressed concern over what he described as a deteriorating atmosphere within the party and the broader political space.
The former Anambra State governor clarified that his exit was not driven by personal rifts with key party figures. He maintained that he still holds the party’s National Chairman, David Mark, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in high esteem.
According to Obi, persistent internal disputes, factional tensions, and what he termed external interference significantly influenced his decision to step away from the party.
He alleged that forces responsible for crises in his previous political platform had begun to surface within the ADC, warning that the party was gradually slipping into familiar patterns of instability.
“The same elements that fueled unnecessary conflicts in my former party appear to be finding their way here,” he stated.
Obi further pointed to ongoing litigations and widening divisions within the party, noting that such distractions were overshadowing urgent national issues that demand attention.
He also lamented what he described as a troubling political culture where values like integrity, humility, and genuine service are often misinterpreted as weakness, adding that individuals working with sincerity are frequently misunderstood or unfairly targeted.
“Even in spaces where one contributes meaningfully, one can still be treated like an outsider,” he said, stressing that he and his allies had repeatedly been subjected to blame despite their efforts.
Reaffirming his broader vision, Obi insisted that his political journey is not driven by personal ambition for office, but by a desire to see Nigeria function more equitably.
“I am not desperate for titles or positions. My concern is to see a system that works for everyone,” he noted.
Despite his resignation, Obi expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, emphasizing that the country can still achieve leadership anchored on justice, compassion, and equal opportunity.
“A new Nigeria is possible,” he added.
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