Controversial Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has reacted to Peter Obi’s defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying that no individual can hold Nigerians to ransom ahead of the 2027 general election.
Gumi urged politicians to listen to the cries of the people and act in the best interest of the country.
His comments followed the defection of former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, to ADC on Wednesday.
Politics Nigeria earlier reported that Obi officially announced his move to the ADC in Enugu, stating that his decision ahead of the 2027 election was driven by the desire to transform and rescue Nigeria.
Reacting to the development, Gumi shared a news report on Obi’s defection on his Facebook page, where he described the move as a sign of Nigeria’s growing democratic maturity.
“Nigerian democracy is maturing,” Gumi wrote.
“Politicians should listen to the people’s cry and do the right thing. Time is fast approaching; no one can hold Nigerians to ransom.”
OBEDIENTS DON’T NEED HIS ADVICE