Ayodele Fayose, a former governor of Ekiti State, has issued a stern warning to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Fayose claims that the party risks losing its relevance if Peter Obi fails to secure the presidential ticket for the 2027 general election.
Fayose made this assertion while speaking to Channels Television on the sidelines of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention in Abuja. According to him, Obi remains the central figure within the ADC and the party's strongest asset heading into the next election cycle. However, Fayose expressed doubts about Obi's chances of clinching the ticket, citing growing competition within the party.
Notable figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Rotimi Amaechi are expected to contest for the ADC presidential slot. Fayose suggested that the dynamics within the party could tilt the ticket in favour of Atiku, raising questions about Obi's next move. Fayose also dismissed the possibility of Obi returning to the Labour Party, citing internal divisions within the party.
The PDP National Convention, which drew over 2,000 delegates from across the country, is ongoing in Abuja under tight security.
Fayose's warning to the ADC is a stark reminder that the party's future hangs in the balance. The party's reliance on Peter Obi's personal appeal to secure votes is a precarious strategy, especially considering the growing competition within the party. If the ADC fails to secure Obi's ticket, the party risks losing its relevance in the 2027 general election. This has significant implications for the party's chances of winning and the impact on the electoral landscape.
