The Obidient Movement, in collaboration with the Anambra State Support Groups, has reiterated that a transformed Nigeria is within reach, but only if the right leaders are chosen.
This message was underscored during a one-day symposium titled “Repositioning the Obidient Movement for Greater Impact”, held on Saturday at the All Saints Cathedral Auditorium in Onitsha, Anambra State.
The symposium served as a platform for the movement to emphasize the importance of electing capable and visionary leaders to guide the country toward progress and development.
The event was part of the movement’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its structure and increase its influence in shaping Nigeria’s future.
Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, stressed that a “new Nigeria” is achievable if Nigerians adopt a more discerning approach to leadership selection. He pointed to the legacy of Nigeria’s founding fathers—Obafemi Awolowo, Nnamdi Azikiwe, and Tafawa Balewa—who, despite laying a solid foundation, saw the country’s potential hindered by poor leadership.
Tanko highlighted that the movement’s mission is to ensure that the right leaders are elected, marking a decisive break from the era of bad governance.
“A new Nigeria is possible, but it starts with the people making the right choices when it comes to elections,” Tanko asserted.
He added that the Obidient Movement is focused on promoting ethical leadership, accountability, and unity across the country, with particular emphasis on empowering Nigerian youth.
The symposium also aimed to reorganize and restructure the movement, ensuring that its efforts are aligned with broader goals of social cohesion, justice, and national development.
The six core objectives outlined by Tanko included harmonizing efforts within the movement, fostering political unity, strengthening ethical leadership, and involving the diaspora in Nigeria’s reform process.
Tanko praised the ongoing support for the movement from the Southeast region and emphasized the importance of continuing to champion good governance from home.
He also spoke highly of Peter Obi’s dedication to Nigeria’s welfare, stressing that by 2027, Nigerians must ensure that only capable leaders, committed to the nation’s advancement, are elected into office.
Prof. Stella Okunna, the event’s chairperson, reinforced the significance of good governance in Nigeria’s quest for progress.
She commended the Obidient Movement for reinvigorating the spirit of activism and urged the movement to broaden its outreach, transcending party lines to attract wider support for its cause.
