Obi Backs Obidients, Says Movement Cuts Across Party Lines

Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has joined his ardent supporters who form the nucleus of the “Obidient Movement”, to disavow the “Obidient Directorate” recently created by the the LP.

Obi expressed his views in a statement signed by his Chief Spokesperson, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, yesterday.

Tanko quoted his principal as saying that the Obidient Movement, “ is beyond a political party and cannot be cubbyhole into one.”

According to him, “Obi explained that membership of the Obidient Movement cut across a political party, sex, tribe, religion or geopolitical area pointing out that the driving force of the body is rescuing and building a new Nigeria that is possible.”

While addressing the issue personally, Obi in a series of tweets on his X handle said, “I like to categorically state that the Obidient Movement is not a directorate in any particular political party.

“Any individual or individuals claiming to be leaders of this non-existent directorate are simply not members of the broader Obidient Movement.

“There may be a youth mobilization directorate in political parties but the Obidient movement is far beyond a particular political party.

“The Obidient Movement is a diverse and inclusive collective that transcends traditional political, religious, and ethnic affiliations.

“It is not domiciled within any particular party or headquartered in any particular part of the country. Its membership spans across Africa and the globe, comprising individuals from various backgrounds, including rural communities, and public, private, and corporate entities, united by a shared vision for a New and better Nigeria.

“Guided by the principles of adaptive and transformative change, progress, discipline, and democratic values, the Obidient Movement advocates for fairness, equity, inclusivity, and justice.”

The former Anambra State Governor further wrote, “It is committed to a strictly accountable and responsible code of government. Our members are committed to contributing to the realization of a better future for Nigeria through the New Nigeria project, anchored on loyalty, integrity, and democratic values.

“The Obidient Movement seeks to foster positive change through a commitment to integrity, honesty, and accountability, rejecting deceitful behaviours.

“We serve as a beacon of hope for a reimagined Nigeria, where leadership is grounded in character, capacity, competence, compassion and the well-being of all citizens.

“Let this serve as a clarification that the Obidient Movement operates independently of any political party, and its membership is not limited to any particular affiliation.

“Our focus remains steadfast on driving positive change and promoting a New Nigeria for all. This is who we are and will remain for all time.”