Former Governor of Imo State, Emeka Ihedioha, has said he would prefer Peter Obi to pursue his presidential ambition in the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
Ihedioha, however, welcomed Obi’s decision to defect to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, stressing that he would not leave the party.
Posting on his X page, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives said he and Obi share a common aspiration for a better Nigeria.
He wrote: “Over the last year, we have consciously and consistently worked to build a coalition of well-meaning Nigerians under the platform of the African Democratic Congress.
“Our purpose has been clear: to deliver good governance to the people of Nigeria and to build a nation that is accountable, inclusive, and prosperous.
“On Sunday, May 3, 2026, my brother, His Excellency Peter Obi, made the decision to move to the NDC in pursuit of his political aspirations.
“While I would have preferred that this ambition be pursued within the ADC, I recognise that in a democracy, every leader has the right to make political choices guided by conviction. I respect his decision and wish him well.”
NDC defection: Peter Obi should have pursued presidential ambition in ADC – Ihedioha
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