Peter Obi, former presidential candidate, has officially defected to the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Obi, ex-Anambra governor, announced the decision on Tuesday at an event held at the Nike Lake Resort, Enugu.

“We are ending this year with the hope that in 2026 we will begin a rescue journey,” Obi said.

“We will resist rigging of election by every lawful means in 2027.”