Obi, Kwankwaso storm NDC office amid defection talks
Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and ex-Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, alongside Anambra Central senator Victor Umeh, have been spotted at the office of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) in Abuja.
The visit has fueled strong speculation that the political heavyweights are on the verge of officially joining the party.
Reports indicate that:
• Peter Obi has already resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing internal crisis
• Rabiu Kwankwaso is yet to formally announce his exit but is widely believed to be aligning with Obi
• Talks are ongoing around a possible Obi–Kwankwaso (“OK”) joint ticket ahead of 2027
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If confirmed, this move could significantly reshape Nigeria’s opposition politics:
• The NDC may emerge as a major coalition platform
• ADC’s strength could weaken further amid its leadership crisis
• A united Obi–Kwankwaso front could become a strong challenger in 2027
For now, an official declaration is still expected, and all eyes are on whether both leaders will formally defect and announce their next political move.
