A new Nigeria is possible: Obidient Movement makes case for Peter Obi’s 2027 presidential bid

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BY SUNNY A. DAVID, AWKA

The Obidient Movement has called on Nigerians to remain firm in their support for Peter Obi, urging them to stay the course for a better Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections.    

The movement, organized by Dr. Yunusa Tanko, believes that a new Nigeria is possible with Obi at the helm.

This comes ahead of the 2027 general elections, where the movement believes Obi’s leadership can usher in a new era for Nigeria. 

Our correspondent gathered that the event, titled, ‘Repositioning the Obidient Movement for Greater Impact’ focused on strengthening and repositioning the movement for greater impact and strategic development.

He said founding fathers such as Obafemi Awolowo, Nnamdi Azikiwe, and Tafawa Balewa, among others, laid a positive foundation for the country, but the country has been undergoing series of challenges due to poor leadership.

He said, “Following the formalisation and restructuring of the ‘Obidient Movement’, this symposium aims to harmonise efforts, reinforce the Movement’s organisational structure and unify its mission to uphold social and political cohesion, ethical leadership, and purpose-driven advocacy.

“This symposium focuses on six core objectives such as harmonisation, restructuring, unification of purpose, social & political cohesion, ethical leadership and the role of the diaspora in reshaping the homeland.

“We are dedicated to promoting good governance and accountability by bringing together key stakeholders to discuss Nigeria’s future. This event underscores the movement’s commitment to unity, justice and equity.

“A new Nigeria is possible if we start doing the right things in the area of electing those who lead us. We are determined to bid farewell to bad governance in Nigeria by ensuring the right people are elected.

“The Obidient Movement seeks to empower Nigerian youth, advocating for meaningful change and accountability. Its mission aligns with the quest for good governance, justice, and equity.”

He also urged the South East to continue to support the movement, stressing that “charity begins at home”.

Dr. Tanko also hailed Peter Obi for his commitment to ensuring the country’s well-being, adding that come 2027, the people should ensure the right leaders with capacity to advance Nigeria’s interest are elected.

The Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Stella Okunna, in her remarks, stressed the importance of good governance, thanking the organisers for re-energising the movement.

She tasked the team to increase visibility beyond party affiliation.

Also addressing the stakeholders, the Labour Party Governorship aspirant for Anambra’s 2025 election, Chief Valentine Ozigbo, emphasised the Obidient Movement’s goal of advancing Nigerian interests.

He urged members to remain united, working toward a better Nigeria. He said that what the Labour Party did in 2023 was to show Nigerians that it’s possible. He appreciated those who helped the movement to gain greater heights, especially folks like Obasanjo, and others.

Chief Ozigbo noted that a few things that were left undone in the past should be corrected this time around

The aspirant said that 2025 is very important for the ‘Obidient Movement, because of the Anambra Election which he is contesting for.

Chief Ozigbo said, “I have distributed a document titled, ‘Ka Anambra Chawapu’. The document contains policies for a better, brighter and a more prosperous Anambra, which when implemented will ensure that Anambra is better off than what the state currently is.

“The people must come together to ensure that they wrestle power from the incumbent APGA government led by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo.

Another Governorship aspirant in Anambra State, Mr. John Nwosu, outlined his vision for Anambra, focusing on security, health, economy, education, environment, social welfare, and technological advancement.

He prioritised technology, production, and agriculture as core development areas, calling on the Obident Movement to stay together for the work ahead.

Also speaking virtually, Prof. Pat Utomi, called for synergy and pro-activeness among members, emphasising collective action toward a brighter future.

Utomi called on the people of the south-east to remain together and focused on the task ahead.