“Obidient Movement Sh*cks Critics: Atiku Abubakar Free To Contest On Any Platform!”

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has clarified that the group’s loyalty is not tied to any political party but firmly to its leader, Peter Obi.

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has clarified that the group’s loyalty is not tied to any political party but firmly to its leader, Peter Obi.

Speaking in Abuja amid speculations of division within the movement along party lines, Tanko emphasized that while former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other politicians have the constitutional right to contest the 2027 presidential election, the Obidient Movement will continue to stand solidly behind Obi.

Obi, who has yet to make a formal declaration about his political future, has been rumored to be considering a return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), despite his current membership in the Labour Party (LP) and ongoing alliance with the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

“Democracy guarantees freedom of association and choice. Anyone who wishes to contest is free to do so. Atiku Abubakar, like every other Nigerian, has the right to run on any platform. But as a movement, we have resolved to stand with our candidate, Peter Obi, wherever he goes,” Tanko said.

He stressed that the Obidient Movement remains united and indivisible, driven by a shared vision and belief in Obi’s ideas. According to him, political parties are merely vehicles in a democracy, while the movement’s support for Obi transcends party affiliation.

Tanko further urged political parties to strengthen internal democracy and called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure free, fair, and credible elections in 2027. He added that Nigerians expect nothing less than a transparent process that reflects the people’s will and cements the nation’s standing as the giant of Africa.