According to a report by Daily Post on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, former presidential candidate Peter Obi joined several high-profile politicians in Abuja on Wednesday night to participate in a protest against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The demonstration, organised under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), drew figures including Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Rauf Aregbesola, Rotimi Amaechi, and Aminu Tambuwal.
The event was held to voice concerns over INEC’s recent decision to recognize the leadership of the ADC under David Mark, a move that some opposition members argued undermines internal party democracy.
The protest saw participants carrying placards and banners, calling for the protection of democratic principles and the right of citizens to choose their representatives without interference.
Obi, who has remained a prominent voice in Nigerian politics since his presidential run, emphasised the importance of defending the country’s democratic structures.
Supporters and observers noted that the turnout was significant, highlighting the widespread discontent among opposition leaders and activists regarding INEC’s intervention in the ADC leadership dispute.
The demonstration underscored broader concerns about the integrity of electoral processes in Nigeria.
Opposition figures argued that INEC’s recognition of a particular faction within the ADC could weaken the party’s role in upcoming elections and diminish the competitiveness of Nigeria’s multi-party system.
The protest aimed to pressure authorities to ensure that all political parties can operate freely, independently, and without external interference, preserving citizens’ right to participate in a truly democratic process.
During the protest, participants maintained a peaceful approach, marching through key areas of Abuja while holding banners and chanting slogans.
The event drew media attention and highlighted the solidarity among opposition leaders, signalling a coordinated effort to demand transparency and accountability from electoral institutions.
The presence of former presidential and gubernatorial candidates demonstrated the seriousness with which opposition leaders view the protection of party autonomy and the broader democratic framework.
He said, “History will not be kind to those who traded the struggle for democracy for the comfort of power. We will not remain silent, we will not be intimidated, and we will not surrender the future of this nation. The will of the people must prevail—stronger, louder, and impossible to suppress.”