A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu has stated that there is no guarantee that Presidential aspirant, Atiku Abubakar would have stated Peter Obi in the party primaries.
He pointed out the unpredictability of the race and the shifting dynamics within the opposition
Momodu, speaking on Channels TV Morning Brief ahead of the 2027 elections, was asked about the recent defection of Obi from the ADC to the New Democratic Congress (NDC).
He explained that while Obi’s departure was prompted by ongoing litigations within the ADC, it also signaled a deeper issue within the opposition coalition.
There is no guarantee that Atiku will defeat Obi at the primaries because they are going to throw it open,” Momodu said. “Obi has chosen to go, and it’s his decision. I wish him the very best in testing his popularity elsewhere.”
“You cannot force Atiku out for a man just because he claims that if he and Kwankwaso come together, the election is over by noon,” Momodu remarked. “It’s crucial to let others test their popularity elsewhere. But it’s equally important to recognize that the election is a game of numbers.”
When asked about Obi’s potential impact on the 2027 race, Momodu remained cautious, acknowledging the shifting political winds but stopping short of making definitive predictions about voter turnout. He questioned whether Atiku could retain the same support base from the previous election cycle, given the changing
