Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has stirred widespread reactions online after making strong remarks about Nigeria’s opposition parties during a televised interview.
Speaking during the programme, Fani-Kayode dismissed the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing it not as a serious political party but as a gathering of individuals desperate for power. According to him, the party is made up of politicians who lack credibility and direction.
He also took a swipe at former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, stating that he strongly opposes the idea of Obi becoming Nigeria’s president. His “God forbid” comment has since sparked heated debates across social media.
While criticizing some opposition figures, Fani-Kayode expressed respect for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar but suggested it may be time for him to step aside and allow a new generation of leaders to emerge.
On the other hand, he praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the current administration has introduced key reforms and should be given the opportunity to complete a second term.
Fani-Kayode further argued that Nigeria’s opposition has lost its strength and relevance, blaming internal conflicts and lack of coordination for its current state. According to him, the opposition has failed in its responsibility to hold the government accountable.
Reflecting on past political dynamics, he compared the current situation to the period leading up to the 2015 elections, when opposition parties were more united and eventually unseated the ruling government.
He also addressed the recent wave of defections to the ruling party, insisting that the blame lies with opposition parties rather than the government. In his view, internal disagreements and lack of unity have weakened their structure.
His remarks have since generated mixed reactions, with many Nigerians debating his views on the state of the opposition and the country’s political future.
“I don’t see ADC as an opposition party: I see them as an association of people that are desperate for power. Individuals that are discredited, individuals that have no hope in hell of moving this nation forward. The opposition has collapsed in Nigeria. There is no opposition… pic.twitter.com/iYjcba5d2X
— Femi Fani-Kayode (@realFFK) March 27, 2026
