Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, who is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has stated that the departure of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi from the ADC does not constitute a loss for the party. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV, Shaibu remarked that Obi is simply enjoying himself in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Shaibu’s comments come after Obi left the ADC last month, alongside former New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) presidential candidate Rabi’u Kwankwaso, to join the NDC. The move was attributed to internal conflicts and ongoing legal battles within the ADC.
According to Shaibu, Obi’s exit is not detrimental to the ADC. He described Obi as having found a comfortable spot in the NDC, where he is merely having fun. Shaibu also highlighted the unusual structure of the NDC, noting that the party has what is called an office of the Supreme Leader. He expressed surprise at never having seen or heard of the party’s chairman or secretary, only hearing from the Supreme Leader.