Dino Melaye: Peter Obi Used To Ticket Without Primaries

Former Kogi State governorship candidate and ex-senator, Dino Melaye, has taken a swipe at former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent political move. He accused him of repeatedly avoiding competitive party primaries. Melaye, in a post on his official X handle, argued that Obi’s decision to leave the African Democratic Party (ADC) […]

Former Kogi State governorship candidate and ex-senator, Dino Melaye, has taken a swipe at former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent political move.

He accused him of repeatedly avoiding competitive party primaries.

Melaye, in a post on his official X handle, argued that Obi’s decision to leave the African Democratic Party (ADC) was consistent with his ‘long-standing pattern of sidestepping internal party contests whenever the political space becomes “too competitive.”

His comments came shortly after Obi announced his exit from the African Democratic Party (ADC), citing internal leadership disputes and legal battles within the party structure.

Reacting to the development, Melaye questioned Obi’s ability to manage national complexities if, in his view, he struggles within party structures.

“Peter Obi excused himself from a tough situation. If he cannot face party tribulations and crises, how does he intend to handle Nigeria? Because Nigeria wahala pass ADC problems oooo”, he wrote.

He went further to describe Obi’s political journey as one allegedly marked by “easier pathways” rather than contested internal processes, claiming the former presidential candidate has consistently benefited from direct tickets.

“He can only operate in an air-conditioned kitchen. Hot kitchens are not for him,” Melaye stated.

According to him, “He has never gone through primary. APGA gave him a free governorship ticket, Atiku gave him a free VP ticket, Labour gave him a free presidential ticket.”

Melaye also suggested that Obi’s repeated party movements were linked to an aversion to primary elections.

“He cannot be part of the primary election. That is the reason why he left PDP, the reason why he left ADC for another free ticket,” he added.

In a further swipe, the former senator claimed that Obi’s latest political direction reflects a broader realignment in the opposition space.

“NDC is an agency of APC,” he wrote, without providing further explanation for the assertion.

Daily Trust reports that Obi’s departure from the ADC, followed a similar departure by former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso.

The ripple effect has however begun to manifest on the floor of the National Assembly, where lawmakers have started formally declaring shifts in allegiance during plenary sessions.