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Defection: Labour Party Lampoons Peter Obi, Begs Nigerians for Forgiveness

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The leadership of the Labour Party (LP) has lampooned the Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 General Election, Mr. Peter Obi for defecting to the African Democratic Congress. This is contained In a statement made available by the Party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, on Wednesday. Labour Party, in the statement took note of the defection of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and a few of his supporters to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, saying they also took note of the lacklustre speech Mr. Obi made at the occasion, and wondered what new he intends to sell to Nigerians. The statement read; “For us in Labour Party, we wondered why it took them this long to make the move because we have since September 2024, parted ways with Peter Obi and some of his blind supporters in the National Assembly. We have patiently waited for this day. The party is finally liberated by this defection and as Party leaders, we count it as a blessing. “It will be on record that the leadership of the Labour Party had since urged Obi and his disgruntled followers to exit the party if they were unable to work with the leadership of the party. As a matter of fact, the party had suspended many of the lawmakers for anti party and was clearly going to mete the same treatment on the Presidential Candidate but for the intervention of some well meaning Nigerians. “The crisis we had in Labour Party was caused by Peter Obi and the Abia state governor, Dr. Alex Otti. It was them that sponsored the insurrection against the Julius Abure leadership. We had also expected Governor Otti to follow Obi out of the party. We are surprised that even though he has been suspended from the party, he is still loitering around. It is still not too late for him to follow his political leader.” The party also warned that the charade which took place in Enugu was largely boycotted by prominent political and traditional institutions in the South East. “All we saw were mere political spent forces who cannot win in their wards should there be an election. “This is clearly a danger signal that the Obi presidency (or Vice Presidency) is already a failed project from inception. He has clearly lost the charm that had endeared him to the people prior 2023. “He must be told that the South East lost out completely in the President Ahmed Tinubu’s government because they trusted and believed in him in 2023. While some states of the federation boast as much as five ministers, the entire states in the South East was given a paltry five ministerial slot. The marginalization against the zone has continued even in infrastructure allocation and I wonder if the Southeast will repeat the same political harakiri again. “Finally, we urge Nigerians to watch out for the Labour Party. We gave Nigerians a candidate we thought was good for the nation in 2023, but time has since proved that we made the greatest political mistake. We plead for forgiveness from Nigerians. We are already working out the best prospect that we hope will bring Nigeria back to its glorious days.”  

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Atiku Abubakar Welcomes Peter Obi Into ADC

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Former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed Peter Obi into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the defection as a major boost to Nigeria’s opposition coalition. Peter Obi, a former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-governor of Anambra State, formally joined the ADC on Wednesday at the Nike Lake Resort in Enugu State. Addressing supporters at the event, Obi called on Nigerians and opposition leaders to rally behind a broad coalition to “rescue Nigeria from poverty, disunity and democratic decline,” while accusing the current leadership of state capture, economic mismanagement and weakening democratic institutions. Reacting to the development on his verified X handle, Atiku said Obi’s decision signalled the emergence of a more united and coordinated opposition capable of challenging for power and offering credible governance. “Today marks a significant moment in the history of political coalitions in our country, with the official declaration of my brother and associate, Peter Obi, into the African Democratic Congress,” Atiku wrote. He expressed confidence that Obi’s entry would strengthen collaboration among opposition figures and reinvigorate efforts to present Nigerians with a viable alternative. “It is my pleasure to welcome him officially, as we look forward to a robust working relationship that will build a strong opposition, one that can ultimately form a government that delivers peace and prosperity to our people,” he added. Atiku also noted that the ADC coalition’s launch marked the beginning of a new political movement, expressing hope that more Nigerians would embrace its agenda.

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BREAKING: Peter Obi Defects To ADC Ahead Of 2027 Election

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Peter Obi, who was the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has officially left the party for the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC). He announced his defection on Wednesday, December 31, in Enugu, describing the move as a strategic step ahead of the 2027 general election. The former Anambra State governor said his decision was driven by the need to reposition the country and offer Nigerians a new direction. “We are ending this year with the hope that in 2026 we will begin a rescue journey,” he said. Obi also pledged to confront electoral malpractice in the next election, adding, “We will resist rigging of election by every lawful means in 2027.”

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Abia Governor Alex Otti Says He Will Remain In Labour Party Despite Peter Obi’s Departure

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Abia State Governor Alex Otti has confirmed that he will remain in the Labour Party, even as presidential candidate Peter Obi prepares to leave the party. Otti made the announcement on Tuesday during his monthly media briefing in Umuahia, the state capital. He said that while he gave Obi his blessings to exit, he is committed to helping rebuild the party that brought him to power. “If you remember, I joined the Labour Party before Peter Obi, so I did not join the party with him,” Otti explained. “He has communicated to me that he is leaving the Labour Party. I gave him my blessings. But I will remain in the Labour Party, and I will continue the struggle to rescue it. If we are able to reposition the Labour Party, then we can discuss other options. For now, I am not defecting to any party.” Otti also responded to calls from Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, urging him to join the All Progressives Congress, saying he would not be distracted. “Ordinarily, I would not respond to matters like that. However, those of you who listened to my Christmas message will recall that I called on our people to support the less privileged, particularly persons with disabilities. Seeing that he heeded the call and assisted vulnerable people, I thank him for that,” he said. He added that he has chosen not to be provoked by such calls, citing Winston Churchill: “‘You will never get to your destination if you stop to throw stones at every dog that barks.’ We will remain focused on our job.”

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Atiku Rejects Rumours Of Backing Peter Obi For One-Term Presidency In 2027

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has firmly denied reports claiming he has exited the 2027 presidential race, describing the narrative as false and misleading. The claims alleged that Atiku, who flew the flag of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 presidential election, had agreed to step down in favour of Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate in the same election. The report further suggested that Atiku endorsed a one-term presidency for Obi as part of an arrangement to promote regional balance. However, Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, has refuted the claims, insisting that no such decision was taken by the former vice president. Reacting to the report on Saturday, December 27, Ibe shared a screenshot of the story on his verified X account and wrote, “Fake news: Not on the menu!” The rebuttal comes at a time when separate reports suggest that Peter Obi is making plans to formally align with the African Democratic Congress, ADC.

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Labour Party Rules Out Automatic Tickets, Says Peter Obi Must Compete In 2027 Primaries

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The Labour Party has declared that no aspirant will receive an automatic ticket for the 2027 general elections, saying even former presidential candidate Peter Obi must participate in competitive primaries if he decides to return to the party. Obiora Ifoh, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, made the statement in an interview with The Punch, amid growing uncertainty over Obi’s political plans and tensions between him and the Julius Abure-led LP leadership. Ifoh emphasized that the party is open to reconciliation with Obi and other aggrieved members but insisted that its democratic processes will not be compromised. “We have answered this question several times. The Labour Party has consistently said that tickets will be determined at the party’s convention. The NEC has made its position clear regarding our presidential candidacy. Every candidate must emerge through a democratically convened convention. There is no automatic ticket for anyone, whether presidential, governorship, or chairmanship aspirants,” he said. He also noted that Obi has largely kept his distance from the party leadership over the past year. “Obi’s position in the Labour Party can only be answered by him. Nobody can speak for him. Whether he is in the ADC or Labour Party, he is the only one who can answer that. Over the last year, he has not really engaged with the current leadership, and we take it as it is. Many others have also not been actively involved,” Ifoh added. Addressing why the recent NEC meeting did not tackle the Obi issue, Ifoh explained that it focused on launching congresses and primaries. “The NEC meeting was dedicated to starting our congresses, which we have conducted successfully. Did you see some of our viral videos and pictures? In Abia State, there was a court injunction, which we respected. Primaries in Ekiti State have been completed, and similar exercises will soon follow in Osun. INEC has been working with us, monitoring the process and providing key codes to upload our candidates. Everything is progressing well, and we are confident of achieving our objectives by 2027,” he said.

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Tinubu’s Adviser Slams Peter Obi Over Alleged Support for U.S. Military Intervention in Nigeria

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President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has condemned opposition leader Peter Obi for comments interpreted as supporting potential U.S. military involvement in Nigeria. Onanuga wrote on X, “We shall never forget and forgive Peter Obi for supporting a foreign invasion of Nigeria,” calling the alleged position inappropriate for a political leader. The remarks follow a video in which Obi reportedly said, “If Donald Trump said he will invade Nigeria, I will welcome it with open arms because security is my priority.” Onanuga accused the former Labour Party presidential candidate of disregarding Nigeria’s sovereignty and stressed that the government would not overlook such statements.

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Peter Obi Calls Nnamdi Kanu’s Conviction A Costly Leadership Failure That Deepens Tension

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Peter Obi has reacted to the arrest, detention, and eventual conviction of Nnamdi Kanu, describing the entire episode as a costly leadership failure that has deepened national tension instead of easing it. In a statement released through his media aide, Ibrahim Umar, Obi urged Nigerians to reflect on the situation, noting that the country is already weighed down by economic hardship, insecurity, and years of misgovernance. According to the statement, the moment calls for calm thinking, not further escalation. Obi restated his long-standing view that Kanu’s arrest should never have happened, arguing that the current outcome is the result of a government that ignored wiser options. He stressed that the concerns Kanu raised were issues many Nigerians also worry about—issues that required open conversation, fairness, and inclusion. He argued that stable nations resolve grievances by reforming policies, broadening representation, and engaging constructively with affected groups. In this case, he said Nigeria chose force before exhausting dialogue. The statement added, “Coercion becomes necessary only when reason has been exhausted. In this case, reason was not fully explored, if at all”. While acknowledging that some believe the justice system simply followed its procedures, Obi maintained that real leadership sometimes requires going beyond strict legal pathways to prevent deeper national cracks. He pointed to examples around the world where countries rely on political solutions, negotiated peace, or conditional amnesty when legal outcomes threaten national cohesion. He described the government’s approach as similar to a person stuck in a pit who keeps digging instead of looking for a way out, warning that such choices only fuel suspicion and worsen an already fragile atmosphere. Obi appealed for restraint and called on the Presidency, the Council of State, and respected national figures to step in and steer the country toward reconciliation. He urged efforts that promote healing rather than hostility, unity instead of bitterness, and dialogue over confrontation. He expressed confidence that Nigeria can still find peace if it commits to justice, fairness, and compassion.

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