RismadarVoice Reporters, May 4, 2026
A social commentator, Isaac Fayose, has stirred fresh political debate following his reaction to the reported exit of Peter Obi from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the development as the “rise and fall” of the party.
In a strongly worded statement, Fayose criticised the party’s leadership, alleging that internal appeals to zone the presidency to Southern Nigeria were ignored. He specifically referenced efforts to persuade former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and party executives led by David Mark.
“We tried to beg them to zone the presidency to the South. That’s the best way to go because it is the turn of the South. You cannot put Atiku when it is supposed to be a Southerner,” Fayose said.
He argued that the refusal to adopt a Southern presidential ticket undermined the party’s cohesion, adding that remaining in the ADC under such circumstances was no longer tenable for like-minded stakeholders.
Fayose went further to declare what he described as the collapse of the party’s political relevance following Obi’s departure.
“I am happy to announce the rise and the fall of the ADC. Now we are carrying our glory and our power to a new party,” he said, employing metaphorical language to suggest a shift of influence away from the party.
Throwing his weight behind a potential alliance, Fayose endorsed a joint presidential ticket involving Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, describing it as a credible “rescue team” capable of redefining Nigeria’s political landscape.
“The ticket is okay for me Obi-Kwankwaso. They already look like a rescue face,” he added.
Fayose urged political supporters to “open their eyes” to the emergence of a new political platform, which he framed as a vehicle for national renewal.
As of the time of filing this report, neither Obi nor the ADC leadership had issued an official response to Fayose’s remarks or the claims surrounding the party’s internal disagreements.
