Obi threatens lawsuit against Electoral Act, expresses worries about integrity of 2027 elections

Peter Obi, a presidential hopeful and former governor of Anambra State, has vowed to take the recently passed 2026 Electoral Act to court, citing concerns that certain provisions may impact the 2027 general elections.

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Obi made this statement in Awka, where he was attending the launch of the African Democratic Congress's membership mobilisation, registration, and revalidation exercise in Anambra State.

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The former Labour Party presidential candidate expressed his belief that specific aspects of the law could sway the electoral process, and he indicated that he would pursue legal action to obtain a judicial interpretation.

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Obi also called upon the Independent National Electoral Commission to maintain its neutrality in the conduct of elections and refrain from interfering in the internal affairs of political parties.

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Using a sports analogy, Obi said, "A referee does not determine the rules, choices or line-up of players in teams or clubs," and he urged the electoral body to focus on its constitutional role of conducting credible elections.

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Obi encouraged members and supporters of the African Democratic Congress across the state to register at their respective wards and mobilise others to join the party.

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Senator Ndii Obi, the chairman of the occasion, stated that the ADC would provide a platform for members to participate freely in the party's activities.

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He urged party supporters in the state to work together to strengthen the party ahead of future elections, emphasizing the importance of unity.

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Hon. Ben Nwosu, the Chairman of the ADC Registration Committee in Anambra State, described the registration exercise as part of efforts to bolster the party's presence at the grassroots level.

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Nwosu revealed that the first batch of membership cards would be distributed across the 21 local government areas of the state, marking a significant milestone in the registration process.

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Chinedu Idigo, the National Organising Secretary of the party, explained that registration would be conducted both online and manually, advising prospective members to complete the online process before collecting their membership cards at designated centres.

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Idigo also announced that the party plans to adopt a direct primary system for the selection of candidates, a move aimed at increasing transparency and inclusivity.

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John Nwosu, the ADC candidate in the November 8, 2025 Anambra governorship election, described the event as a crucial step in strengthening the party's political structure.

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Senator Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central, hailed the gathering as significant and reiterated his support for Obi's political ambitions, underscoring the importance of unity and cooperation.