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Parallel Fact Co-founder Bolanle Emiabata-Anibaba Quits Obidient Movement

Good evening.
Thank you to everyone who has called, messaged, and checked in over the past 2½ months. Your kindness has meant the world. I’ve been unwell (still recovering), and prioritising my health has taken precedence over everything else.

Unfortunately, I will also be parting ways with the Obidient structure.

As stated in our joint statement:
"We, the undersigned, have taken the decision to decouple from the organisational structure of the Obidient Movement. This decision has not been made lightly, but is the result of deep reflection and concern about the direction, values, and attitudes that have come to dominate the structure in recent months."

I remain committed to the ideals that first brought us together—character, integrity, accountability, inclusion, and justice.

Thank you for your continued support.
God bless.

— Bolanle Emiabata-Anibaba

Given a series of manipulative and self-destructive events, we, the undersigned, have decided to decouple ourselves from the present configuration of the structure of the "Obidient Movement" and its "directorate." This has not been an easy decision; it follows a long period of observation, sober reflection, and ultimately, a deep sense of disappointment. The decision to decouple was made even more difficult because Nigeria remains in a state of deep crisis, and work to build a new Nigeria has not yet begun.

When we were approached over a year ago to assist in structuring the movement, we did so with unwavering commitment, driven by a shared vision of a new Nigeria founded on the values of character, integrity, accountability, inclusivity, fairness, and justice. We hope to harness the energy of the youth into a diverse and inclusive collective, transcending traditional political, religious, and ethnic affiliations. We also envisioned leadership that would serve as a beacon of hope for a reimagined Nigeria. We were not, by any means, naïve about the challenges we faced, given the complexity of Nigeria's problems: the restive attitudes, high expectations, and the urgent need for change.

However, in the course of establishing the structure, we experienced attitudes that belied the florid public rhetoric. Instead, we were exposed to the default dysfunctional approach to doing things among Nigerians, petty tricks, and vagueness. What emerged was a fragmented, deep structure with personal opinions that served as theology. These dysfunctional attitudes call into question our credibility and the reasons for our initial involvement.

The atmosphere was characterized by a persistent toxic culture, symbols, performances, and behaviors that contradicted the ideals Nigerians were asked to uphold.

Decisions were arbitrary, and interim positions were viewed as opportunities to exert "power" and "control," or to fill a perceived power vacuum, and rules were routinely circumvented. Repeatedly, the "anyhowness" of Nigeria and the casual disregard for structure, process, and impertinence permeated group work. We witnessed the deliberate undermining of the structure, bad and arbitrary decisions, breaches of confidentiality, and enabling bad behavior. These behaviors contradicted the beliefs of a movement seeking to birth a new Nigeria; they were symptoms of the dysfunction the movement claimed to oppose.

Every facet of the organization, from top to bottom, was marred by a casual and ad-hoc approach to conducting business. What is viewed as a movement is a constellation of enthusiastic sycophants, servile followers, and, sadly, innocent Nigerians hanging on to hope. The movement appears to have been structured to attract pliant individuals.

A critical missing piece is the understanding that leaders are supposed to be answerable to the people and not vice versa. There was always a looming disclaimer that could undermine the work being done. Nigerians are seeking real leadership - leadership with a vision and the courage to charge through the treacherous waters of Nigerian politics, leadership that does not dodge responsibility, or leadership that will not leave Nigerians stranded at a bus stop with no clear destination.

We consistently insist that the diaspora should not be treated as a cash cow. A carefully planned framework to establish local structures to build a formidable force for good was subverted by pedestrian antics. Lacking an understanding of the legal requirements for operating a cross-border non-profit organization, some proffered a dysfunctional, opaque setup that stripped the diaspora of its legal autonomy and obstructed its ability to operate within the laws and regulations of the countries Nigerians have adopted. Ultimately, it became clear that we had been riding on a dirt road in a broken vehicle and had come to a dead end.

We are proud of our service and are uncoupling with a deeper understanding of t challenges we face. We have a clear understanding of the path forward and are unafraid to speak the truth about it. We will continue to advocate for a fair, inclusive, and just Nigeria. We hope to partner with people who are honest, ethical, and committed to the cause of a new and prosperous Nigeria, even if we must do so from outside the structures we have helped create. We remain hopeful that Nigeria's dreams will be realized soon.

We are grateful to all those who have supported and worked with us in good faith.

Signed,

DR. DAVID OGULA

Co-Director, Diaspora Engagement, Obidient Movement

BOLANLE EMIABATA-ANIBABA

Co-Director, Diaspora Engagement

Obidient Movement.

10th October, 2025.

Slytiger:
Joint Statement: Decoupling from the "Structure" of Obidient Movement

esnbrutality:
The FEWER the MERRIER and the MORE coordinated.

Obidients wish her Good luck in her endeavors.

If she was in APC and decamped to ADC or LP, @slytiger and co will insult her generation.

Ask Osibanjo, Yayi etc etc..


Awon cult support group of sophisticated people.

Smartcitizen:
South West people are generally slippery, so nothing much.

We expect more before 2027 election.


😂😂😂

esnbrutality:
The FEWER the MERRIER and the MORE coordinated.

Obidients wish her Good luck in her endeavors.

If she was in APC and decamped to ADC or LP, @slytiger and co will insult her generation.

Ask Osibanjo, Yayi etc etc..


Awon cult support group of sophisticated people.

Curious345:
It seems as if one particular tribe is always quitting the obedient movement for some obnoxious reasons

Smartcitizen:
South West people are generally slippery, so nothing much.

We expect more before 2027 election.
😂😂😂

Coldspice:
Yes na

The tribe of Kenneth Okonkwo
The tribe of Val Ozigbo
The same tribe with all LP Senators in the East decamping to APC.

You people should keep insulting other tribes. That home training you didn't get at home, you will get it by force.

Coldspice:
Yes na

The tribe of Kenneth Okonkwo
The tribe of Val Ozigbo
The same tribe with all LP Senators in the East decamping to APC.

You people should keep insulting other tribes. That home training you didn't get at home, you will get it by force.