Party Crisis Deepens As Defections Hit ADC

Party Crisis Deepens As Defections Hit ADC

The political landscape shifted on Tuesday as several lawmakers left the African Democratic Congress and joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, following the earlier exit of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.

The changes were announced during plenary in Abuja, marking a new phase of realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

The movement affected both chambers and reduced ADC’s presence in the National Assembly.

The wave followed Obi and Kwankwaso’s departure, which had already unsettled the party. Within 48 hours, 17 House members and a senator switched sides, while another lawmaker moved to the ruling party.

Many of those who left pointed to internal disputes, leadership struggles and unresolved legal battles as reasons for their decision.

The fallout has weakened ADC’s structure, cutting down its numbers sharply in the House. The party, which recently had over twenty members, now holds only a handful.

At the same time, the NDC has gained strength, attracting politicians seeking a more stable platform and clearer direction.

Despite the exits, ADC leaders insist the party remains strong and rooted in its values. However, the growing list of defections shows shifting loyalties as politicians reposition themselves.

With alliances changing quickly, the race toward 2027 is already reshaping Nigeria’s opposition space.