Obidients Angry As Ex-Coordinator Dumps Obi, Emerges SDP Presidential Campaign Coordinator

Some supporters of Peter Obi have expressed blended reactions following the defection of the previous National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, to the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

Tanko, who was a distinguished determine in Obi’s 2023 presidential marketing campaign, has been appointed coordinator of the SDP Presidential Campaign Council forward of the 2027 normal election.

The SDP National Chairman, Prof. Abubakar Sadiq Gombe, introduced Tanko’s appointment on Wednesday throughout the inauguration of the get together’s Presidential Campaign Council at its nationwide secretariat in Abuja.

Tanko will coordinate the marketing campaign of the SDP presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, who’s in search of to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

Speaking after his appointment, Tanko stated his determination was not sudden, noting that he had maintained a longstanding relationship with Adebayo.

“This is not a mistake in history. When you go back into history, you will see my warm relationship with him dating back to 2023. So, this is a relationship that has been built over time,” he stated.

He added that he remained dedicated to the pursuit of excellent governance and a greater Nigeria.

“In advancing our political mission of building a New Nigeria that works for all, I pledge to remain consistent and committed to our unwavering belief in good governance, justice, equity, national loyalty, dedication and an unwavering commitment to moving Nigeria from where it is today to a better and more prosperous nation,” he stated.

Tanko additionally disclosed that he had resigned as Obi’s political adviser representing Northern Nigeria on October 30, 2026.

“I tendered my resignation on the 30th of October 2026 as the political advisor to His Excellency Mr Peter Obi, to represent Northern Nigeria. I have since reached out to His Excellency Mr Peter Obi and the National Leader of the National Democratic Congress, Senator Seriake Dickson,” he stated.

Earlier, Gombe urged members of the marketing campaign council to take their duties critically, stressing the necessity to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) within the 2027 election.

“Let us approach this election with the seriousness it deserves to unseat President Tinubu,” he stated.

Tanko’s defection has triggered reactions on social media, significantly on X, with some customers questioning his determination to depart Obi’s political camp.

One person, @lobistars Stan stated, “I’m sad. I fear. Why are these people like this?”

Another person, @Andrew Kennedy stated, “Rats always abandon a sinking ship,unfortunately he has jumped from a frying pan to the fire.
Their destiny with a crushing defeat awaits all of them in January 2027.”

@Odasbaby nevertheless mocked Tanko asking, “Ozours, where’s your own G wagon?” referencing the automobiles being distributed by the marketing campaign council of the All Progressives Congress to their campaigners.

@Pato Pato stated, “The good thing about the Obidient Movement is that it’s not revolved around one person. As some are leaving others are taking up the position and responsibilities.”

However, one other person, @zecks_eze, instructed that the event may very well be a part of a wider political technique.

“A game is a game !!! Una never sees something. Something very big is cooking! Make una dey play! Minority opposition will deal with APC,” the person wrote.

Another person, @KaciiEleven, appeared unfazed by Tanko’s departure, saying: “Good luck to him. We have capable hands working with the Obi Kwankwaso campaign.”