The Obidient Movement has firmly dismissed rumours suggesting a conflict between Mr Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, and the party’s acting National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman.
In a statement released in Abuja on Wednesday, the group’s National Coordinator, Dr Yunusa Tanko, described the claims as completely false and a distraction orchestrated by political opponents. He said Obi remains a dedicated member of the Labour Party under the leadership of Senator Usman, following the Supreme Court’s ruling in her favour amid the party’s internal crisis.
Dr Tanko reiterated that Obi has always shown loyalty to the party and its candidates, including his recent endorsement of Dr George Moghalu, the Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Anambra. He explained that Obi’s presence at Moghalu’s campaign flag-off sparked unnecessary rumours about a possible betrayal of Senator Usman.
According to Tanko, both Senator Usman and other party stakeholders are fully aware of Obi’s support for Moghalu and have no objections to it. He praised Obi as a man known for his integrity and commitment to the party’s progress, urging the public to ignore the speculation and see it for what it truly is—propaganda designed to create division.
He emphasized that only elected representatives and himself have spoken on the matter, reflecting a new, transparent political culture within the party. Tanko concluded by calling for unity and reaffirming the group’s dedication to strengthening the Labour Party and working toward a better Nigeria.
