Breaking: Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Officially Join NDC, Video Emerges

Breaking: Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Officially Join NDC, Video Emerges

  • Peter Obi and Kwankwaso have officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) from the African Democratic Congress (ADC)
  • Obi and Kwankwaso announced their departure from the ADC at the NDC's national secretariat in Abuja on Sunday, May 3, 2026
  • The two former governors were received by the NDC National Leader, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa West

Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues

FCT, Abuja - The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The two former governors of Anambra and Kano State joined the NDC from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja on Sunday at its national secretariat.

Peter Obi, Kwankwaso formally join NDC
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso formally join the NDC. Photo credit: Journalist KC
Source: Facebook

As reported by TheCable, Obi announced his exit from the ADC while Kwankwaso also hinted that he was having “wide-ranging consultations” with the NDC.

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Nigerians react as Peter Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC

Uchenna Nwala

Nigeria is in serious condition, and Peter Obi can't be the solution. He's a good man, but won't become a good president. If I'm to vote based on the current situation of Nigeria, I will vote for those who have already shown capabilities and capacity at the national echelon. People like Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi remains one of the best governors in the history of this country. What has Obi done to convince people, aside from regional politics, that he's playing a role that will soon die away? Either Amaechi or Atiku, these guys for me are good to go because Aso Rock Villa is not for comedians.

Adesina Adiatu

I thought members are supposed to register at the ward level and not at the national level.

Alexander Abu

Na free ticket we want. We would continue to move around the parties until we got the one that would give us a free ticket.

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Asiwaju Lukman ·

By merely looking at his face, you will believe with me that Kwankwaso is tired of all the political drama of changing parties like a chameleon.

Olojede Rasaq

It's Over. APC will comfortably win the 2027 presidential election.

Ola-Daniel Ogedengbe

The God of Tinubu pushed Peter Obi out of the ADC coalition.

Peter Obi, Kwankwaso arrive NDC secretariat

Recall that Obi and Kwankwaso arrived at the NDC secretariat, marking a significant political shift in Nigeria.

Supporters cheer as former ADC leaders joined NDC to strengthen unity ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Obi and Kwankwaso plan a consultative meeting with NDC leaders to discuss future collaborations.

Peter Obi confirms leaving ADC

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that Peter Obi announced his departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing internal crises and political pressures as the main reasons.

In a heartfelt statement shared on May 3, 2026, he explained that his decision was not due to personal grievances with party leaders but rather the toxic environment within the party.

Despite the challenges, Obi reaffirmed his commitment to building a just and compassionate Nigeria, declaring, “A new Nigeria is POssible”.

Source: Legit.ng

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Adekunle Dada (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Adekunle Dada is a trained journalist with over 8 years of working experience. He is also a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a B.Sc. in Mass Communication from Lagos State University, Ojo. Adekunle previously worked at PM News, The Sun, and Within Nigeria, where he expressed his journalistic skills with well-researched articles and features. In 2024, Adekunle obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. He can be reached via adekunle.dada@corp.legit.ng.