Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour addresses Obidient concerns over party affiliation

His appeal, made on X, responded to criticism from supporters questioning his refusal to defect alongside Peter Obi and other opposition figures to the NDC. Rhodes-Vivour acknowledged the frustrations surrounding current opposition realignments and thanked supporters for their dedication to the movement and to Peter Obi. He urged patience with his political choices, drawing a parallel to his controversial move from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Labour Party before the 2023 elections.

He assured supporters that his political relationship with the Obidient movement would remain strong ahead of the 2027 elections, asking them to "hold on till the end of the month." This follows a supporter's warning that remaining in the ADC could weaken his political chances in Lagos, suggesting that Funso Doherty might become the preferred choice for Obidients if he secures the NDC governorship ticket. Rhodes-Vivour had previously reaffirmed his commitment to the ADC, stating it is the platform he helped build.

This development occurs amidst growing political realignments within Nigeria’s opposition bloc ahead of the 2027 general elections, including Peter Obi and former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso formally joining t