Former governor of Anambra State who was also the 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi on Sunday, May 3, 2026, announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing what he described as worsening political environment marked by internal crises, distrust, and systemic pressure.
Obi, who announced his departure from the ADC via his X handle, however, said that his decision was not driven by personal grievances against party leaders, including the National chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark, whom he said he holds in high esteem and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
He pointedly said he left the ADC based on his broader concerns about the direction of politics in Nigeria, stressing that the same forces that destabilized the Labour Party and led to his earlier exit appear to be re-emerging within the ADC, manifesting in protracted legal battles, internal divisions, and a culture of suspicion.
Obi particularly expressed concerns over what he described as a “toxic” national environment, where intimidation, insecurity, and constant scrutiny have become normalized, even for individuals striving to contribute meaningfully to national development.
He expressed serious disappointment over what he noted as “a lack of solidarity” among political associates, stressing that some individuals who publicly align with him often distance themselves privately or engage in unwarranted criticism.
Obi specifically decried what he described as “societal value system” where humility is perceived as weakness and integrity often misinterpreted.
He explained that his approach to leadership has always been rooted in service, sacrifice, and respect for all, regardless of status, and emphasised that he is not driven by personal ambition for political office, but by a desire to see a Nigeria where citizens are secured, economically stable, and treated with dignity.
Obi expressed serious concerns over insecurity, poverty, and displacement, thus stressed the need for leadership that prioritizes compassion, justice, and effective resource management, especially in critical sectors such as education and healthcare.
He however reaffirmed his commitment to the vision of a better Nigeria in spite of his resignation from ADC just as he expressed confidence that Nigeria can still achieve a system built on equity, opportunity, and accountable leadership.
