The Obidient movement says attempts to brand its supporters as “divisive” distort the origins and objectives of the group.
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On Saturday, Bolaji Abdullahi, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) national publicity secretary, asked party supporters to back all presidential aspirants.
Abdullahi also asked supporters of the party’s presidential aspirants to desist from divisive politics.
Afterwards, a report surfaced describing “Obidients as a divisive mob,” adding that they would ruin Peter Obi’s chances in the 2027 election — a comment the ADC spokesperson did not make.
However, in a statement on Sunday, Yunusa Tanko, its national coordinator, said the participation of Obidients in the ADC coalition is consistent with democratic principles that allow the aggregation of ideas, debate, and the building of broader political alternatives.
“The participation of Obidients in the ADC coalition follows this same logic. Coalitions are meant to aggregate ideas, encourage debate, and build broader alternatives,” the statement reads.
“Joining a coalition does not require silence or blind loyalty. On the contrary, it demands active engagement, accountability, and scrutiny.
“A coalition that fears questioning voices is not one prepared to govern a complex society like Nigeria. Passion in politics is not a crime. In every functioning democracy, reform-driven movements are vocal because they are motivated by conviction rather than patronage.
“Nigeria itself has a history of far more aggressive and exclusionary political followings, many of which were normalised or even celebrated. Singling out Obidients today reveals discomfort with accountability rather than a sincere concern for unity.
“It is also misleading to portray the Obidient movement as a single, rigid bloc. Obidients are professionals, traders, students, civil servants, and Nigerians across regions and religions, united by simple demands for transparency, competence, and accountable leadership.
“Disagreeing with political opponents does not amount to hatred, and rejecting the status quo should not be framed as division.”
Tanko said claims that Obidients would “ruin” electoral chances misrepresent political realities, arguing that elections are decided by organisation, alliances, credibility, and leadership rather than online activism.
“Blaming engaged citizens for political failure is an easy distraction from the harder work of governance,” the statement reads.
“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.”
Tanko also called on Nigerians to remain resolute, united, and focused as the country approaches a defining political moment.
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