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Dr Yunusa Tanko is the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement.

Dr Yunusa Tanko @YunusaTanko

03/01/2026

*Obidient Movement Press Statement*

*THE PETER OBI PRESIDENCY: A JOINT PROJECT OF ALL NIGERIANS*

Our attention has been drawn to deliberate misrepresentations and malicious propaganda arising from a recent interview granted by Dr Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement. These distortions necessitate a clear and authoritative restatement of our position.

The Obidient Movement is an organic, nationwide, and values-driven democratic movement committed to good governance, accountability, and the rule of law. Our singular purpose is the emergence of the right leadership for Nigeria through lawful and democratic means.

Accordingly, and without equivocation, the ideals, energy, and collective resolve of the Obidient Movement are unequivocally committed to the presidential aspiration of Mr Peter Obi. The Movement can join  any political party of it's choice that aligned with the person, principles, and leadership vision of Mr Peter Obi.

Our support for Mr Peter Obi is informed by our firm conviction that, among all frontline contenders for the office of President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, he stands out in competence, integrity, compassion, vision, discipline, economic expertise, democratic credentials, international credibility, and a consistent record of prudent leadership.

We are equally convinced that this conviction is shared by a clear majority of Nigerians across all geo-political zones, generations, and political persuasions.

Let it be stated clearly and without ambiguity:
The Obidient Movement is not mobilised to support Mr Peter Obi as a vice-presidential candidate to anyone. Our support is exclusively for his emergence as President of Nigeria.

At present, we are supporting him within the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the contest for its presidential candidacy. Should the process be transparent, credible, and fair, the Obidient Movement will abide by its outcome. However, should the process be compromised, the Movement will take a united, lawful, and democratic decision consistent with its core principles.

Crucially, wherever Mr Peter Obi, acting within the law and guided by conscience, chooses to pursue his presidential mandate, the Obidient Movement will move with him. Our loyalty is to his leadership vision and to Nigeria’s national redemption—not to political convenience or compromised platforms.

While remaining steadfastly committed to peaceful, democratic strategies, the Obidient Movement will never compromise its principles or its demand for credible leadership for the sake of expediency.

This Movement has endured sacrifice, resistance, and misrepresentation because of a sincere and selfless belief in a better Nigeria. We will not be distracted, intimidated, or manipulated by misinformation, media mercenaries, or partisan hatchet jobs.

Our commitment to the realization of a Peter Obi Presidency remains unshakable. We are convinced it represents the surest path to national renewal, economic recovery, and accountable governance.

As we approach a defining moment in our national journey, we call on all Nigerians to remain resolute, united, and focused. Together, we can secure the good leadership our country urgently requires.

A New Nigeria is Possible.

Signed
The Obidient Movement

https://x.com/i/status/2007576627912286384

Previous threads

Obidients Will Still Remain In ADC If Obi Loses The Primary - Tanko (video)
https://www.nairaland.com/8591360/obidients-still-remain-adc-obi

We Negotiated For Peter Obi Presidency In ADC, Nothing Less - Oseloka Obaze
https://www.nairaland.com/8591940/negotiated-peter-obi-presidency-adc

Atiku Has Already Stepped Down For Peter Obi - Blessing Chimezie Ezeokoli
https://www.nairaland.com/8590403/atiku-already-stepped-down-peter

Demola Olarewaju Analyses What Will Happen In The ADC
https://www.nairaland.com/8590616/demola-olarewaju-analyses-what-happen

Photo 1) Dr Yunusa Tanko

Photo 2) Dr Yunusa Tanko and Mr Peter Obi

Photo 3) Dr Yunusa Tanko, Mr Peter Obi and Dr Moses Paul

THE PRESIDENCY OF NIGERIA IS THE PROJECT OF NIGERIANS. APC MUST GO.

IT'S A NATIONAL DUTY TO SACK THIS
CALAMITOUS, DESTRUCTIVE AND MORONIC ADMINISTRATION.

Abeg count me out of mediocrity. Asiwaju Tinubu is now fully and in total control of Nigeria’s political landscape. God has bestowed upon him the powers and intellect to decide who gets what within the political ecosystem.

Femi C**3 @femitechs

This is better. Please, stay away from these brown envelope journalists or dodge some questions. There are psychological battles going on. Don't depend on any agreement with ADC. Those guys are not sincere.

Thanks, Pat Utomi, you shattered their gimmick. I enjoyed their tears.

https://x.com/i/status/2007618682432958656


Chinnie Duchess (Uriaru) @Rhumeey

Speak for yourself, be careful what you wish for, i'm convinced now more than ever @PeterObi doesn't have the interest of Nigeria at heart, whatever drove him to DESPERATELY join forces with hyenas, wolves, and foxes could only be SINISTER, DARK, INSINCERE, would spell DOOM for Nigeria!

https://x.com/i/status/2007673530465563132

Abeg keep your lies to yourself. Nigerians are not interested in voting for someone with no political ideology/direction.

Someone who is not consistent with his own personal beliefs/conviction. Someone that can lie at will without feeling any remorse.

How will you handle security issue, Peter Obi responded with cleaning British airways toilet.. hahaha why should Nigerians vote for such dull person

A socialist romancing with communists that both their political and religion ideology are different.

Someone who once condemned almost the current top leaders of ADC, those same people he casted in the past are the same people he's associating with to get the presidency.

Why should Nigerians vote for such confused person?

We love Peter Obi now and forever

Sannisege:
Abeg count me out of mediocrity. Asiwaju Tinubu is now in fully and total control of Nigeria’s political landscape. God has bestowed upon him the powers and intellect to decides who gets what within the political landscape.

While he destroys the country in return with support from people like you because that's just what you people care about...

This is actually the real desire for many Nigerians that wish the country well regardless of religion, language, ethnic group, etc.

If you love accountability, you'll love H.E Mr Peter Obi.

slivertongue:
The presidency of Nigeria is the project of Nigerians. APC must go

On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

Our online president wey no go smell Aso Rock

Or

NaijaRoyalty:
We love Peter Obi now and forever

Ordinary PVC u no get
On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

aviona:
This is actually the real desire for many Nigerians that wish the country well regardless of religion, language, ethnic group, etc.

Ordinary PVC u no get
On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

Starhearts:
Or

Ordinary PVC u no get
On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

Tell am
online structure, online polling unit

Even Tinubu has endorsed Peter Obi to replace him, I was shocked to find out.


That's the heart of a true sportsmanship from Tinubu for endorsing Peter Obi to succeed him in 2027


Finally I see Nigeria uniting for greatness.

One love Igbo
One love Yoruba
One love Hausa

And I am from Venezuela, money na water

Correct! Accepted. Endorsed!

Starhearts:
On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

Suffering and hungry Nigerians not Obi will send this disastrous govt packing. Bookmark this statement

franchasofficia:
Even Tinubu has endorsed Peter Obi to replace him, I was shocked to find out.


That's the heart of a true sportsmanship from Tinubu for endorsing Peter Obi to succeed him in 2027

In 2031 abi 20031?
Bitter grievingory Agulu Obituary for president in 20031

Which Nigerians please? I'm obviously not one of them. Online noise makers.

I do not believe ADC is the best for Peter Obi, but he doesn't have any choice but to leave Labor. I feel that he could pick another unknown party and move all obidents there. Then, see how he could install one or two governors on the SE again.

If I was Obi, I would register a new party and run it to establish myself the undisputed number 1 political gladiator in Igbo land. But his ambition be become the president NOW is what drove him to ADC.

Goodluck to him.

helinues:
Abeg keep your lies to yourself. Nigerians are not interested in voting for someone with no political ideology.

Someone who is not consistent with his own personal beliefs/conviction. Someone that can lie at will without feeling any remorse.

How will you handle security issue, Peter Obi responded with cleaning British airways toilet.. hahaha why should Nigerians vote for such dull person

E be like say u are alone now oh cos Tinubu has already endorsed Peter Obi to succeed him in 2027, so u never hear the latest? Abeg update your operating system cos you are outdated already



One love Igbo
One love Yoruba
One love Hausa

2027 is a walk in the park for Peter Obi. There won’t be any impunity like the last time where APC won River state of all places .
Believe me , 2027 election will be used as a big trap for certain people.
The world is watching.

Go and write it down in your diary. Na Obi himself go still beg una say make una follow am support whoever as presidential candidate while he (Obi) stands as running mate..

franchasofficia:
E be like say u are alone now oh cos Tinubu has already endorsed Peter Obi to succeed him in 2027, so u never hear the latest? Abeg update your operating system cos you are outdated already



One love Igbo
One love Yoruba
One love Hausa

At least you are an educated person, how will Tinubu a southerner complete 8 years and another Southerner, Peter Obi will replace him. And if your narration is about succeeding him in 2027, did you smoke something to have had such thought?

May be you have not been paying attention to how you have been sounding for a while on this forum. Start paying attention and reflect about your own activities

No single sense in what you wrote above

Starhearts:
On d election day b4 1pm ... bitter obi will be history... as former presidential aspirants.

Book diz statement down OR let make a bet about ....

He wont make it to the ballot paper.

franchasofficia:
E be like say u are alone now oh cos Tinubu has already endorsed Peter Obi to succeed him in 2027, so u never hear the latest? Abeg update your operating system cos you are outdated already



One love Igbo
One love Yoruba
One love Hausa

You and Yours can lie for africa. Obi that will not be contesting 2027 elections. You have not heard?

helinues:
A socialist romancing with communists that both their political and religion ideology are different.

Someone who once condemned almost the current top leaders of ADC, those same people he casted in the past are the same people he's associating with to get the presidency.

Why should Nigerians vote for such confused person?

I don't see any correlation between Obi and the likes of El Rufai, Aregbesola and co who are all suspected to be jihadists. They just want to use Obi to gain popularity for their party and thereafter dispose him like a used tissue paper.

epainos:
I do not believe ADC is the best for Peter Obi, but he doesn't have any choice but to leave Labor. I feel that he could pick another unknown party and move all obidents there. Then, see how he could install one or two governors on the SE again.

If I was Obi, I would register a new party and run it to establish myself the undisputed number 1 political gladiator in Igbo land. But his ambition be become the president NOW is what drove him to ADC.

Goodluck to him.

You spoke raw sense. All Peter Obi's advisers are not helping him at all. May be it's that agulu mad man that is still advising him, who knows?

helinues:
At least you are an educated person, how will Tinubu a southerner complete 8 years and another Southerner, Peter Obi will replace him. And if your narration is about succeeding him in 2027, did you smoke something to have had such thought?

May be you have not been paying attention to how you have been sounding for a while on this forum. Start paying attention and reflect about your own activities

No single sense in what you wrote above

Don't worry, Tinubu will shock you all, Baba sope has achieved his lifelong ambition to answer President and establish his family, he is not power hungry again cos he has come to face reality but people like u are pushing him to the edge.


You guys should support Peter Obi for 2027 let's rejig Nigeria for the greater good of all of us my brother


One love Igbo
One love Yoruba
One love Hausa

kernniejay:
I don't see any correlation between Obi and the likes of El Rufai, Aregbesola and co who are all suspected to be jihadists. They just want to use Obi to gain popularity for their party and thereafter dispose him like a used tissue paper.

Bro let's even leave the religious aspect aside, politically in policy making, Aregbesola, Elrufai, Amaechi do not share anything in common with Peter Obi.

Peter Obi is the pawn in ADC settings