Nigerians are awaiting Peter Obi’s next move after he quit his presidential run with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
He notified the party of his resignation in a letter addressed to its National Chairman and dated 24 May 2022.
According to him, "recent developments within our party (PDP) make it practically impossible to continue participating and making (such) constructive contributions."
I have resigned my membership in the Peoples Democratic Party. - PO. pic.twitter.com/bi4u0u3jmm
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) May 25, 2022
Many people reacting to his resignation are in support of his exit from the opposition party. They believe he did the right thing.
Thank you Peter Obi for always being two steps ahead. 💛 pic.twitter.com/Cbm5Z8hnX5
— Aji Bussu Onye Mpiawa azụ 🇨🇮 (@AfamDeluxo) May 25, 2022
Peter Obi realized his chances in the PDP were close to zero because of the way of the delegates.
— Man of Letters. (@Letter_to_Jack) May 25, 2022
He made the right decision.
A New Nigeria can never get birthed under the corrupt APC or PDP. Peter Obi made the right decision even if his winning chances get slimmer.
— LERRY (@_AsiwajuLerry) May 25, 2022
I've said it before & I'm saying it again that Peter Obi is a movement and not a political party. This is the real beginning of that movement. Be courageous, be enthusiastic, let's fight for the soul of our country. We cannot continue to be slaves to the political elites.
— Shehu Gazali Sadiq (@Shehusky) May 25, 2022
The recent development has left many wondering if the former Governor of Anambra State would be able to win the 2023 presidential election since he won’t be in any of the two major political parties.
Peter Obi has seen the light that when it comes to buying Delegates, he cant stand some aspirants & if he tries to go that route, it will stain his "uprightness"
— POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) May 25, 2022
For him to win from another party apart from the 2 biggest ones will be a miracle.
Presidential dream over?
Peter Obi’s followers will follow him wherever he goes… yes ?
— Alabi (@the_Lawrenz) May 25, 2022
A twitter user @FS_Yusuf believes that his exit is a bold statement.
The people will make a bold statement with Peter Obi by 2023, irrespective of the party. The true definition of democracy shall be established! #1MillionMarch4PeterObi
— FS Yusuf (@FS_Yusuf_) May 25, 2022
Meanwhile, some persons are alleging that Mr. Obi left the PDP because of an alleged gang up against him by the National Working Committee (NWC).
Peter Obi left PDP because of the gang up by the National Working Committee, they want to vote based on money.
— OTUNBA (@ManLikeIcey) May 25, 2022
What will be his next line of action now that he has exited the PDP?
Some of his supporters have promised to stand with him in whatever party he decides to join.
Nigeria's redemption is at hand, waiting patiently for Peter Obi to unveil the next line of action. Wherever Peter Obi goes, we follow! #PeterObi4President2023
— Azubuike Ebosie (@zubbyebosie) May 25, 2022
Peter Obi pulling out of PDP says a lot. The only thing I know is anywhere Peter Obi goes we will follow.
— DREYLO (@RealDreylo) May 25, 2022
In 2023, because of Peter Obi , we will vote persons not parties
— Dr Penking™🇳🇬🇦🇺 (@drpenking) May 25, 2022
