According to Dr. Adefolaseye Adebayo, the South West Coordinator of the Obi-Kwankwaso, OK Movement, about 10 million Nigerians registered with the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) within a day of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi joining the party.
Prior to the upcoming general elections, Obi and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso reportedly defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Sunday in favor of the NDC.
Some have criticized the development, saying that Obi’s prospects of becoming president of Nigeria are dwindling.
In response, Adebayo refuted the assertion in a Monday interview with Arise TV, claiming that Obi’s supporters were dispersed throughout the six geopolitical zones.
She claims that Obi’s character and skills are more important than his political affiliation.
“Mr. Peter Obi has a large following throughout Nigeria,” she stated. Neither Obi’s nor the South East’s chances were significantly diminished.
“10 million Nigerians registered with NDC 24 hours after Peter Obi left ADC, and that says a lot.”
