Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing his entry as a significant moment in the history of political coalitions in Nigeria.

Atiku, in a statement shared on his official social media handles on Wednesday, said the formal declaration of Peter Obi into the ADC marks an important step towards building a strong and virile opposition capable of forming a government that will deliver prosperity and peace to Nigerians.

“It is my pleasure to welcome him officially, as we look forward to a robust working relationship that will foster a virile opposition, one that will ultimately form a government capable of bringing prosperity and peace to our people,” Atiku said.

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He described Obi as a brother and long-time associate, adding that the growing coalition under the ADC platform represents a rallying point for patriots committed to rescuing the country from its current challenges.

Atiku further noted that the coalition’s formal take-off in Enugu, the capital of the South-East region, should inspire other like-minded Nigerians across the country to join the movement.

“As the ADC coalition train leaves Enugu, I hope this inspires other patriots to join the cause with the train headed in their direction,” he added.