Supporters of former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi have assured him of their supports in any political party of his choice.
This is following his withdrawal from the Presidential race under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday.
Peter Obi who also announced his resignation from the PDP, pointed at recent developments within the party as reasons for his exit.
Although Obi refused to disclosed the say “developments” which made it practically impossible for him to continue participating and making constructive contributions, but assures that his “commitment to rescue Nigeria remains firm, even if the route differs”.
In a letter written, signed by him and delivered to the National Chairman of the party, Obi says his resignation takes effect from Friday 20 May, 2022.
The letter reads: “I am writing to intimate you of my resignation from the Peoples Democrabe Party {PDP), which was conveyed to the Charman of Agulu Ward 2 Anaocha LGA Anambra, effective Friday 20 May, 2022.
“Consequently, I am by this letter informing you of my withdrawal from the PDP Prendential Primaries.
“It has been a great honour to contribute to nation building efforts through our party, Unfortunately, recent developments within our party make it practically impossible to continue participating and making such constructive contributions.
“Our natonal challenges are deep seated and require that we each make profound sacrifices towards rescuing our country, My commitment to rescuing Nigeria remains firm, even if the route differs.
“I wish to thank you personally for your graciousness and leaderslup. I wish you well and best of luck in the service of country”.
Shortly after his exit from the PDP, his numerous supporters on twitter assured him of their supports in any new party of his choice.
Read their reactions below:
@AuscoNft: “You have said it all Sir. I am Yoruba by ethnicity, but Obi has been my choice from day 1 even when he had not declared interest to run for presidential race. I am pretty sure that Obi must deliver. Any where Obi goes I will go because I am overfed by the current situation”.
@Vannyokafor: “In 2023, I won’t reinforce failure in any party. I will vote for a candidate, not for a party. I will vote for Peter Obi”.
@l_ivories: “Now, i can finally campaign for this man devoid of heavy Party affiliation “weight”. Where you go, I go sir”.
@Obong_Ekpe: “I have also sent my information to my ward chairman to delist me from the PDP’s register as I will no longer be able to continue my membership. I will never be in support of any party that places Party’s Interest over National Interest. Where ever you go I go with you Sir”.
