Professor of Communications and political analyst Abiodun Adeniyi has suggested that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, could leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) if he is not granted the party’s 2027 presidential ticket.
Gossip News Now reports that following Obi’s defection to the ADC, speculation emerged that he might accept the vice presidential slot alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who was expected to be the party’s presidential candidate.
Although Obi’s team has denied these claims, many of his supporters have warned that they would withdraw support or actively oppose him if he were to accept a vice presidential role.
In an interview on ARISE Television’s Prime Time programme on Monday, Adeniyi addressed concerns about Obi’s possible exit from the ADC, noting that the former Anambra State Governor could easily depart if denied the top ticket.
He stated, “Peter Obi has shown this before. If he doesn’t secure the presidential ticket, I don’t see any reason for him to stay. Given the traction, credibility, and integrity he has established, I doubt he would want to play second fiddle to anyone. For someone like him, it has to be the number one position; otherwise, I expect he might pull out.”
Adeniyi, however, expressed confidence that ADC leadership, under former Senate President David Mark, could manage the ambitions of multiple presidential aspirants within the party.
He stressed that the ADC’s credibility as a serious opposition in 2027 will depend largely on its ability to balance ambition, build consensus, and enforce internal discipline.
“I believe David Mark can guide the contenders to make sacrifices and focus on the bigger picture if the ADC wants to maintain credibility as an alternative,” he added.
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