Obidient’s movements responded to ADC’s orders for Obi, others to get out of their party

The Obidient movement has reiterated that the former presidential candidate of the Labor Party, Peter Obi, remains committed to the purpose of the opposition coalition but “does not give up” to become Nigerian president.

In a statement issued on Friday by its national coordinator, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the movement reacted to the ultimatum reportedly issued by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) regarding the role of OBI in the coalition.

“It must be emphasized that he is Peter Obi not despair to become President of Nigeria. His main mission is to see Nigeria working, to lift people out of poverty, to improve the economy, education, health care, and security,” Tanko said.

The group noted that Obi joined the coalition after the Election of the Governor of the State Anambra, with ADC openly adopted as a coalition platform ahead of the 2027 general election. It questioned why party resolution was changed in the middle of the agreement.

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“He is Peter Obi, as a leader with a large electoral area, always spending time to consult widely before making a big political decision. He did it before joining the coalition, and he also had to do it before responding to every ultimatum,” the statement said.

This movement subsequently raises concerns about the zoning ticket zoning of the coalition president and other main offices, insisting that justice and inclusiveness are needed for national mobilization.

“As an obidient movement, it becomes part of the main consultation block, we are very worried about how the party intends for the presidential ticket zone. Considering that the current presidency is held by the South, the issue of justice and justice must guide the decision if the party really aims to secure victory in the 2027 election,” he added.

Tanko stressed that Obi’s involvement in the coalition was rooted in his vision of good governance, which was in harmony with obidient movement values.