- Former Imo State Governor Emeka Ihedioha has confirmed he will stay with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), despite the high-profile departure of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.
- Ihedioha emphasized that he has invested significant effort over the past year into building the ADC coalition and remains committed to its mission of good governance.
- While acknowledging he would have preferred Obi to stay, the former Deputy Speaker stated he respects the democratic right of leaders to make political choices based on their convictions.
Former Governor of Imo State, Emeka Ihedioha, has declared his intention to remain a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), even as political heavyweights Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement released through his verified social media handles on Wednesday, Ihedioha made it clear that he does not see a reason to leave the platform he has helped build over the last year.
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The former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives highlighted that his work with the ADC has been focused on creating a coalition of well-meaning Nigerians dedicated to delivering an accountable, inclusive, and prosperous nation.
He noted that while he had hoped Peter Obi would pursue his 2027 aspirations within the ADC, he respects Obi’s decision to move to the NDC on May 3, 2026.
Ihedioha stressed that his shared vision with Obi for a better Nigeria transcends any single political platform.
He urged his supporters to remain focused on the goals of the coalition, asserting that the party’s philosophy and strength are sufficient to address the country’s internal challenges.
This announcement comes as a significant move to stabilize the ADC following the mass exodus of several lawmakers and key leaders to the newly formed NDC.
