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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the official declaration of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, into the African Democratic Congress ADC, describing the development as a significant moment in the history of political coalitions in Nigeria.

Atiku made the remarks on Wednesday in a statement shared on his verified Facebook handle, where he expressed optimism that Obi’s entry into the ADC would strengthen opposition politics and lay the groundwork for a government capable of delivering prosperity and peace to Nigerians.

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 (ADC),” Atiku said.

The former PDP presidential candidate said he was pleased to officially welcome the former LP presidential candidate Obi into the party, stressing that their collaboration would help foster a “virile opposition” that can effectively challenge the ruling party and offer Nigerians a credible alternative.

“It is my pleasure to welcome him officially, as we look forward to a robust working relationship that will foster a virile opposition, one that will ultimately form a government capable of bringing prosperity and peace to our people,” he added.

Atiku also referenced the symbolic take-off of what he described as the “ADC Coalition train” from Enugu, the capital of the South-East zone, noting that the choice of location underscored the coalition’s national outlook and inclusive agenda.

Peter Obi has formally defected to the ADC, alongside several prominent political leaders from the South-East geopolitical zone.

Obi said the move to the ADC was part of a broader effort to forge a united opposition platform capable of working with like-minded leaders across the country to “rescue Nigeria from the poor governance of the All Progressives Congress, (APC).

Dignitaries at the event included former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha; Senators Ben Obi, Victor Umeh, Tony Nwoye and Gilbert Nnaji; Chief Onyema Ugochukwu; Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe; Senator Sam Egwu, as well as several serving and former members of the National Assembly.

Also in attendance were leaders from other parts of the country, including former Senate President and national chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark; former governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Tambuwal; former governors from the South-East, and other political heavyweights.

Richtaiwo:
You mean Atiku was excited as he welcomes his running mate to the party?

Because if the public feelers is anything to go by, they have accepted that pitobi should deputise his fulani master.

A perfect union of strange bed fellows but will as usual not still see the light of the day.

Fingers crossed 🤞

AMINDA:
Why are you bothered. The possibility of that is making you all uneasy right? Don't worry, more intrigues are on the way. Tinubu has no pathway to re-election.

Richtaiwo:
Seems the comment triggered a nerve somewhere. Sorry, I never knew you are around.

yarimo:
Why he won't be excited ? After successfully played OBI to decamp. ADC primary election has been concluded long time ago in favour of ATIKU . Anyone coming to ADC with obi is a tenant in that party

Segunbabba:
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the official declaration of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, into the African Democratic Congress ADC, describing the development as a significant moment in the history of political coalitions in Nigeria.

Atiku made the remarks on Wednesday in a statement shared on his verified Facebook handle, where he expressed optimism that Obi’s entry into the ADC would strengthen opposition politics and lay the groundwork for a government capable of delivering prosperity and peace to Nigerians.

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 (ADC),” Atiku said.

The former PDP presidential candidate said he was pleased to officially welcome the former LP presidential candidate Obi into the party, stressing that their collaboration would help foster a “virile opposition” that can effectively challenge the ruling party and offer Nigerians a credible alternative.

“It is my pleasure to welcome him officially, as we look forward to a robust working relationship that will foster a virile opposition, one that will ultimately form a government capable of bringing prosperity and peace to our people,” he added.

Atiku also referenced the symbolic take-off of what he described as the “ADC Coalition train” from Enugu, the capital of the South-East zone, noting that the choice of location underscored the coalition’s national outlook and inclusive agenda.

Peter Obi has formally defected to the ADC, alongside several prominent political leaders from the South-East geopolitical zone.

Obi said the move to the ADC was part of a broader effort to forge a united opposition platform capable of working with like-minded leaders across the country to “rescue Nigeria from the poor governance of the All Progressives Congress, (APC).

Dignitaries at the event included former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha; Senators Ben Obi, Victor Umeh, Tony Nwoye and Gilbert Nnaji; Chief Onyema Ugochukwu; Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe; Senator Sam Egwu, as well as several serving and former members of the National Assembly.

Also in attendance were leaders from other parts of the country, including former Senate President and national chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark; former governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Tambuwal; former governors from the South-East, and other political heavyweights.

https://leadership.ng/atiku-excited-welcomes-peter-obi-to-adc/

Gotocourt:
Founder of Lagos will be taught a lesson 📌💯.

Streetinvestor2:
Thr has been massive celebration in SS and SE since this announcement. People are everywhere on the streets celebrating

AMINDA:
Why are you bothered. The possibility of that is making you all uneasy right? Don't worry, more intrigues are on the way. Tinubu has no pathway to re-election.

Bami231:
H
Una go dey online dey console una self. 2027 is almost here and ur wailing go still continue