The Presidency has dismissed Peter Obi's possible exit from the African Democratic Congress as self-serving, with presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga calling him a "political nomad." Onanuga made the remarks Sunday via his verified X handle, @aonanuga1956, reacting to Obi's social media post hinting at a departure from the ADC. Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, had joined the ADC in March 2026. Onanuga described Obi's explanation for the potential move as "illogical musings" and a "self-serving letter to his mob." He referred to Obi as "a politician made of jelly" and "an opportunistic fellow" who avoids internal party contests. According to Onanuga, Obi cannot compete with figures like Atiku Abubakar or Chris Amaechi for the ADC ticket and instead takes "the easy road." He accused Obi of blaming the government without self-reflection. "Welcome, Peter to the 2027 race," Onanuga said. While Obi has not confirmed his next political step, reports suggest he may join Senator Musa Kwankwaso in moving to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Bayo Onanuga labels Peter Obi a political nomad while himself serving an administration built on party defections. Obi's March 2026 move to ADC and possible exit months later mirror patterns seen among many Nigerian politicians. If shifting parties so soon after joining is opportunism, then the critique reflects widely practiced politics, not just one man's choices. The 2027 race is becoming a contest of labels, not loyalty.
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