The running mate to former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the 2023 elections, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has suggested that the former Anambra State Governor might not have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
According to him, Peter Obi simply joined the coalition officially which is different from explicitly defecting from the Labour Party to the ADC.
Naijaonpoint understands Baba-Ahmed dropped the opinion on Friday while speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief.
“It will be good if everyone listens to Peter Obi’s comments at Enugu. He mentioned joining the coalition. I don’t believe I heard him say defection to the ADC.
“I did not hear that; maybe I missed it, but please find out if he joined the coalition or the ADC,”Baba-Ahmed said.
To further buttress his argument, he said steps can be taken to clarify from the Labour Party leadership on whether Obi had taken the formal steps required to leave the party.
“It is also good if you find out from Labour Party leadership if His Excellency Peter Obi has submitted a resignation letter and returned his card as required by law,” he stated.
Naijaonpoint recalls that Peter Obi had in December 2025, during a political event in Enugu, formally declared allegiance to the coalition-led ADC.
He also called on other opposition leaders in the country to join the coalition and rescue Nigeria in the 2027 elections.
No Rift
Speaking further, Baba-Ahmed maintained that his personal noting that the former Governor recently attended a family event at his home.
“Our personal relationships are solid. Only on the 12th, he attended the wedding in my house, in person, where I have much, much, much respect for Peter Obi,” Baba-Ahmed said.
The former lawmaker further stated that he would support Obi’s presidential ambition in 2027 if he fails to secure the ADC ticket and decides to return to the Labour Party.