𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗯𝗶’𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗡𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗺 — 𝗟𝗣 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

A faction of the Labour Party has played down the defection of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress, insisting the move poses no threat to the party’s stability or future.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the faction described Obi’s exit as expected, noting that internal realignments and ideological differences had long pointed to such an outcome. According to the group, the development does not diminish the Labour Party’s structures, membership strength, or electoral prospects ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The faction further maintained that the party remains focused on rebuilding, consolidating its grassroots base, and presenting credible candidates at all levels. It stressed that Labour’s core philosophy and reform agenda remain intact, regardless of individual defections.
Responding to concerns from supporters, the group urged members to remain calm and committed, adding that political movements are larger than any single personality. “The Labour Party is an institution with a clear vision for Nigeria, and that vision remains unchanged,” the statement said.
Peter Obi had earlier announced his defection to the ADC, calling for a broad opposition coalition as preparations intensify for the 2027 polls.