Picture: R-L: Obi and Kwankwaso
Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso have launched the Obi–Kwankwaso (OK) Movement, a new political pressure group aimed at strengthening grassroots mobilisation ahead of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary.
The group, unveiled in Abuja, said it has already established structures across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with coordinators appointed at state and zonal levels. Its National Publicity Secretary, Justin Ijeh, described the initiative as a coalition bringing together members of the Obidient Movement, Kwankwasiyya, the New Nigeria People’s Party, and the ADC.
Ijeh said the movement is designed as a “nationwide engine for reform,” positioning itself as a unifying platform that rejects ethnic, regional, and religious divisions. He added that the group would soon commence formal inauguration of its state chapters across the country.
The development signals fresh realignments within the opposition coalition, particularly as the race for the ADC presidential ticket intensifies ahead of the 2027 general elections. Atiku Abubakar has already declared his intention to contest and insisted he will not step down for any aspirant, a stance that has generated tension among rival blocs.
Obi’s ally and Obidient Movement coordinator, Yunusa Tanko, confirmed that the OK Movement is working in alignment with existing support structures to push for a possible joint ticket under the ADC, dismissing suggestions of internal divisions.
Other prominent figures linked to the ADC contest include Aminu Tambuwal, Rotimi Amaechi, and Nasir El-Rufai, underscoring the growing competition within the party.
Meanwhile, the Labour Party has distanced itself from viral social media posts urging Obi and Kwankwaso to return to its fold, describing the messages as unauthorised.
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