2027: Obi–Kwankwaso Movement Claims 10 Million Nigerians Joined NDC Within 24 Hours

2027: Obi–Kwankwaso Movement Claims 10 Million Nigerians Joined NDC Within 24 Hours 

The South-West arm of the Obi–Kwankwaso Movement has claimed that more than 10 million Nigerians registered with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) within 24 hours of the alleged defection of Peter Obi, describing the development as a major political shift ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The claim was made by the South-West Coordinator of the movement, Dr Adefolaseye Adebayo, who said the surge in registrations reflects growing public confidence in Obi’s leadership and his emerging influence within Nigeria’s opposition politics.

According to her, the rapid influx of new members signals a wider political realignment, particularly among supporters previously aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), some of whom she said have begun shifting allegiance following Obi’s reported move.

“Within 24 hours of Peter Obi joining the NDC, over 10 million Nigerians have registered with the party,” Adebayo claimed.

She further stated that the development has triggered a wave of defections from rival opposition platforms and grassroots political structures, adding that the momentum shows Obi’s continued popularity among voters across regions, especially in the South-West.

“They obviously know something. The person who has the capability to win the election is Obi,” she added.

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The movement’s coordinator said Obi’s entry into the NDC has energised political mobilisation efforts nationwide, with intensified grassroots engagement and increased political activity in several states. She argued that if sustained, the trend could reshape Nigeria’s opposition landscape and position the NDC as a stronger challenger in the 2027 race.

The claims come amid growing political realignments and coalition discussions ahead of the next general elections, as parties and political figures reposition themselves for influence.

However, the NDC leadership has not independently confirmed the reported 10 million registration figure as of the time of filing this report, and no official data from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has verified the claim.

Political analysts note that while large membership claims are common during election build-ups in Nigeria, actual voter registration and party affiliation figures are typically subject to verification by electoral authorities. They also caution that such figures often reflect political messaging rather than confirmed statistical records.

The development adds to ongoing discussions around opposition unity, coalition-building, and the evolving political influence of Peter Obi, whose support base remains a major factor in Nigeria’s emerging 2027 political dynamics.

2027: Obi–Kwankwaso Movement Claims 10 Million Nigerians Joined NDC Within 24 Hours