At Least Pretend!” — Okai Blasts Obi, Kwankwaso Over Silence After Court Ruling

While other prominent figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, have reacted to the judgment— which restored the David Mark-led leadership — Obi and Kwankwaso are yet to make any public statement.

In a post on his official Facebook page, Okai questioned their lack of response, expressing surprise that they have remained quiet despite previously protesting over the issue.

“After all the protests, and just 48 hours after the Supreme Court victory for David Mark and the ADC, Obi and Kwankwaso have not said a word,” he wrote.

He further wondered whether they were dissatisfied with the outcome, adding, “Are they not happy their own party won the case they protested about? They could at least pretend a little.”

Meanwhile, reports indicate that Kwankwaso may soon leave the ADC for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), according to sources within the Kwankwasiyya movement.

The spokesperson of the group, Habibu Mohammed, said the decision followed a unanimous agreement by stakeholders across all 44 local government areas of Kano State after a meeting at Kwankwaso’s residence.

“The stakeholders have unanimously approved his move to the NDC,” Mohammed said.

He also suggested that Peter Obi could join the NDC alongside Kwankwaso, noting that discussions with the party are nearly concluded.

“I believe Peter Obi and some others will also move to the NDC,” he added, stating that negotiations are about 90 per cent complete.

Mohammed explained that the decision was largely influenced by the ongoing leadership crisis within the ADC, which has created uncertainty for members.

He pointed to the Supreme Court’s decision to return the matter to the Federal High Court as a factor prolonging instability within the party.

“It does not seem practical to remain there. The entire caucus agreed that a more stable platform without leadership disputes is needed,” he said.

He also cited pending court cases and deadlines for submitting party membership registers to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as additional concerns.

According to him, staying in the ADC could disrupt their political plans ahead of the 2027 elections.

The group reportedly considered both the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the NDC before choosing the latter.

Internal disagreements within the ADC, including issues surrounding consensus candidacy, were also said to have influenced the move.

Reports further indicate that Obi has not attended ADC meetings since the opposition summit in Ibadan, allegedly due to dissatisfaction over unresolved zoning arrangements for the presidential ticket, which he views as crucial for fairness and unity within the party.