The Obidient Movement has voiced reservations about the African Democratic Congress’s (ADC) ultimatum, which urges opposition coalition members to resign from their parties and join the ADC. The movement sees this demand as acting in bad faith. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, said the ADC’s decision departs from the original agreement. While the movement remains committed to the coalition’s vision and acknowledges the ADC as the coalition platform, it is concerned that the resolution is being altered midway through the agreement.
The ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, announced that the decision was made at a caucus meeting attended by leading members of the opposition coalition. Although no specific timeline was provided for the resignations, the directive has raised concerns among coalition members.
The Obidient Movement reaffirmed its commitment to the coalition’s vision, citing Peter Obi’s alignment with the coalition after the Anambra State governorship election. Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, is not desperate to become Nigeria’s president in 2027, according to the movement. Yunusa noted that Obi, as a leader with a broad national constituency, always consults widely before making major political decisions.
The movement’s response highlights the need for clarity and consistency within the coalition, especially regarding members’ roles and the adoption of the ADC as the coalition platform. These developments come as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, and the ADC’s move has sparked discussion about the coalition’s future and its members’ roles in the upcoming elections. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the coalition will navigate these changes and what implications they may have for Nigeria’s political landscape.
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