Obi, Kwankwaso Supporters Launch New Political Pressure Group Ahead of ADC Primaries

Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso have unveiled a new political pressure group, the Obi–Kwankwaso Movement, as political alignments deepen ahead of the presidential primaries of the African Democratic Congress.

The group, announced in Abuja on Monday, said it has already established structures across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, alongside appointing state and zonal coordinators to drive nationwide mobilisation.

In a statement, the movement’s National Publicity Secretary, Justin Ijeh, described the initiative as a coalition bringing together members of the Obidient Movement, Kwankwasiyya, the New Nigeria People’s Party, and the ADC.

He said the movement was designed as a unified platform to push for political reforms and national rebirth, stressing that it rejects divisions based on ethnicity, religion, or region.

The emergence of the group reflects growing realignments within the opposition, particularly as uncertainty builds over who will secure the ADC presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Obi–Kwankwaso Movement is also seen as mirroring the grassroots-driven structure of the Obidient Movement, which played a significant role in shaping political engagement during the 2023 elections.

Confirming the development, Obidient Movement National Coordinator, Yunusa Tanko, said the group is working in alignment with existing Obi support structures towards a possible joint presidential ambition under the ADC.

The development comes amid rising tensions within the opposition camp, especially following comments by Atiku Abubakar, who has declared his intention to contest the ADC presidential primaries and ruled out stepping down for any aspirant.

Other prominent figures linked with the race include Rotimi Amaechi and Aminu Tambuwal, as the party—currently led by David Mark—continues to attract key political actors.

The formation of the Obi–Kwankwaso Movement underscores the intensifying contest for influence within the opposition coalition, with various blocs positioning themselves ahead of what is expected to be a highly competitive primary season.