The Obidient Movement has strongly refuted claims that its coalition structures in Ebonyi State have been hijacked, while reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the Labour Party.
In a joint statement released to journalists in Abakaliki on July 18, prominent Obidient Movement leaders described the allegations as false and politically motivated.
Splendour Oko Eze, the 2023 Labour Party gubernatorial candidate in Ebonyi State and member of the Obidient Movement's National Advisory Committee, co-signed the statement with Dr. Ezeh Emmanuel Ezeh, a 2023 Labour Party National Assembly candidate and fellow committee member.
"These claims are being propagated by individuals associated with the fractured and fragmented PDP in Ebonyi State, a party known for its politics of acrimony and incessant noise-making," the statement emphasized. "The core supporters of Mr Peter Obi are well-known and remain focused and undistracted by these baseless allegations."
The movement expressed gratitude to its supporters for their continued loyalty and dedication to the shared vision of a new Nigeria. "We deeply value your support and unwavering commitment. Let us continue to work together in unity and purpose," the statement added.
This clarification comes amid growing political activities across Nigeria as parties begin positioning themselves ahead of future electoral contests. The Obidient Movement, which gained significant momentum during the 2023 elections, continues to maintain its distinct identity within the Labour Party structure.
Political analysts note that such allegations of structure hijacking are not uncommon in Nigerian politics, particularly as parties work to consolidate their bases and expand their influence at the grassroots level.
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