A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said he may reconsider his membership of the party if its internal processes fall short of acceptable standards.
Obi made the remarks on Monday during an appearance on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television, where he addressed criticisms over his history of moving between political parties.
The former Anambra State governor defended his decisions, insisting they were driven by principle and a commitment to transparency, rather than political convenience.
Explaining his past moves, Obi said he left the All Progressives Grand Alliance due to disagreements that could have escalated into governance challenges in the state.
He also attributed his exit from the Peoples Democratic Party to what he described as irregularities in its internal processes, noting that he could not be part of what he termed transactional politics.
According to him, “I cannot be involved in a system where rules are disregarded or where participation is determined by inducement.”
Obi further alleged that developments surrounding his departure from the Labour Party were influenced by delays in the recognition of a Supreme Court judgment, which, he said, created uncertainty within the party structure.
He claimed that the situation was deliberately prolonged, adding that he chose to leave rather than remain in what he described as a dysfunctional environment.
On his current position in the ADC, Obi said he remains committed to the party but stressed that his continued stay would depend on the integrity of its processes.
“If the same issues arise and the process is compromised, I will not hesitate to speak out,” he said.
He emphasised that adherence to due process and ethical standards remains non-negotiable, adding that he would rather exit any platform than compromise his principles.
Obi also maintained that he has never engaged in electoral malpractice or influenced judicial outcomes, reiterating his stance on accountability and credible leadership.
