Title: Presidency Denies Tinubu’s Role in ADC Crisis, Blames Obi for Political Setbacks Date Published: 07 April 2026 Description: The Presidency has rejected allegations linking President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the internal crisis involving Peter Obi and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing such claims as unfounded and misleading.In a statement shared on X on Monday, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the President had no role in Obi’s political decisions or the challenges currently facing the party.Onanuga criticised attempts to blame Tinubu for the situation, stating that the President was being unfairly portrayed as a scapegoat. He insisted that Obi’s exit from the Labour Party and his subsequent difficulties within the ADC were entirely personal political choices.He further faulted Obi for allegedly failing to provide leadership during the internal disputes within the Labour Party before his departure, arguing that the former Anambra governor did not effectively manage the crisis within his former political base.According to the presidential aide, Obi relied heavily on the “Obidient movement,” which he described as largely active online, without transforming it into a well-structured political machinery capable of sustaining long-term electoral success.Onanuga also claimed that Obi’s move to the ADC was driven by the need to align with an existing political structure, despite the party’s own internal challenges.The Presidency linked the ADC crisis to internal disagreements among opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar and Rauf Aregbesola, maintaining that the situation was self-inflicted and not influenced by the ruling government.“What is the connection of Tinubu with the ADC crisis? Absolutely none. Whatever problem they have is self-inflicted,” Onanuga stated.He urged Obi and other stakeholders to resolve their differences within the party, including disputes involving Nafiu Bala, through internal mechanisms.Onanuga also downplayed Obi’s chances in future elections, noting that his third-place finish in the 2023 presidential election does not guarantee a similar performance in 2027.The crisis within the ADC follows a decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to withdraw recognition from factions within the party, citing a court order to maintain the status quo pending final resolution of the matter.While the ADC has accused INEC of misinterpreting the ruling and attempting to weaken opposition forces, the Presidency maintains that the dispute remains an internal party affair with no connection to President Tinubu. Attached Images: df3f7d2ed169063f9a604f9a459228441c5d174c69d889647aace4c14649dbfb.jpg Attached Video: None