In a recent statement, Dele Momodu, a key figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), publicly criticised former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose for advocating that the party award its 2027 presidential ticket to former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi.
Fayose had previously argued that ADC could risk political irrelevance if it failed to select Obi as its standard-bearer. Speaking on Arise Television, he claimed that Obi remains the only political personality capable of elevating the party’s national profile. According to Fayose, the other party members lacked the voter appeal necessary to make a nationwide impact.
He further highlighted Obi’s 2023 electoral performance, when the former Labour Party candidate’s campaign unexpectedly boosted the party’s visibility and helped it secure several House of Representatives seats. Fayose suggested that this demonstrated Obi’s unique ability to transform lesser-known platforms into credible political forces.
Momodu, however, responded sharply to these assertions on his 𝕏 account, comparing Fayose’s insistence to “an outsider crying more than the bereaved.” He wrote: “Honestly, I was taken aback to see my brother, former Governor Peter Ayodele Fayose, pleading with the ADC to adopt former Governor Peter Obi as its presidential candidate for 2027. Wonderful Lord! This is a perfect example of an outsider weeping louder than the bereaved.”
Analysts note that Momodu’s remark underscores a recurring tension in Nigerian party politics, where influential outsiders often attempt to sway internal party decisions, sometimes creating friction among long-standing members. The ADC, currently consolidating its 2027 strategy, appears intent on balancing external endorsements with internal consensus to maintain its credibility as a growing opposition force.
Political observers also suggest that Momodu’s response signals a broader effort by ADC leadership to assert autonomy in its decision-making process, emphasizing that external pressures—even from prominent figures—cannot override the party’s internal deliberations.
Commentary: The exchange between Fayose and Momodu reflects the delicate dynamics within emerging opposition parties in Nigeria. While endorsements from well-known politicians can raise a party’s profile, overreliance on outside influence risks undermining internal cohesion. ADC’s challenge will be to leverage support without ceding control over its candidate selection process.
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