Obi’s ADC Exit Weakens Chances in 2027 Election — Fayose

Fayose Warns Unity Essential for Opposition’s Success

A former Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose, has claimed that Peter Obi’s departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress weakens his chances in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on TVC News’ Politics Tonight, Fayose asserts that Obi lost his chance the day he left ADC, emphasizing the importance of unity among opposition parties.

“When they were all together in ADC, I would tell anybody that they will make an impact. The day Obi left ADC for NDC, that day Obi lost,” said Fayose. He added that the failure to remain united continues to hurt their prospects and projected that Tinubu could secure around four million votes from West alone.

Fayose described Obi as 'a fantastic Nigerian,' praising his past achievements. However, he criticized the opposition’s failure to remain united for undermining its chances in the upcoming election.

Tinubu set to secure four million votes from West?

Ayodele Fayose, analyzing the South-West region, sees Bola Tinubu as highly favored with strong support from prominent politicians. Fayose projects that Tinubu could win approximately 65% of the vote in the upcoming election based on patterns from the previous presidential race.

Electoral malpractice: a systemic problem?

In response to recent electoral malpractice accusations, Fayose criticized the claim that it's merely one political camp’s fault. He stated that supporters from various parties were involved in vote-buying and emphasized there is a systemic issue requiring collective responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What impact does Obi’s departure have on his 2027 election chances?

Ayodele Fayose asserts that Peter Obi lost his chance in the 2027 election when he left the ADC, citing unity as crucial for the opposition's success.

Hows Tinubu predicted to perform in the South-West in the upcoming elections?

Fayose projects Bola Tinubu might secure four million votes from the West alone, based on past voting patterns and current support levels. He predicts that Tinubu will win close to 65% of the vote in this region.