Former Anambra State governor and presidential hopeful Peter Obi has said he will challenge the recently passed 2026 Electoral Act in court, warning that some provisions could affect the 2027 general elections.
Obi spoke in Awka during the launch of the membership mobilisation, registration, and revalidation exercise of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Anambra State. He said certain parts of the law could influence the electoral process and that legal action would be taken to seek judicial interpretation.
He also called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain neutral in conducting elections and avoid involvement in the internal affairs of political parties. “A referee does not determine the rules, choices, or line-up of players in teams or clubs,” he said, urging the commission to focus on its constitutional duty of conducting credible elections.
Obi encouraged ADC members and supporters to register at their wards and mobilise others to join the party.
Senator Ndii Obi, chairman of the event, said the ADC would provide a platform for members to participate freely in party activities and called on supporters to work together to strengthen the party.
Hon. Ben Nwosu, chairman of the ADC Registration Committee in Anambra State, said the exercise was part of efforts to expand the party’s grassroots presence. Membership cards will be distributed across all 21 local government areas.
National Organising Secretary Chinedu Idigo explained that registration would be done both online and manually, advising prospective members to complete the online process before collecting their cards. He added that the party plans to use a direct primary system to select candidates.
ADC’s candidate in the November 8, 2025, Anambra governorship election, John Nwosu, called the exercise an important step in strengthening the party’s political structure. Senator Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central, described the gathering as significant and reiterated his support for Obi’s political ambitions.
