Supporters of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, and ex-Kano governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, have come together to launch a new political pressure group called the “Obi–Kwankwaso (OK) Movement” as early preparations begin for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primaries.
The group was unveiled in Abuja on Monday, and its organisers say it already has structures in place across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. They’ve also appointed coordinators at both state and zonal levels to help drive mobilisation nationwide.
According to the movement’s spokesperson, Justin Ijeh, the initiative brings together supporters from different political blocs, including the Obidient Movement, Kwankwasiyya, the NNPP, and the ADC. He described it as a broader coalition aimed at pushing for political reform and what they call a “national reset.”
In his words, Nigeria is going through tough economic times, rising living costs, and insecurity, and the group wants to position itself as a united platform offering a different direction. He also stressed that the movement rejects divisions based on tribe, religion, or region, insisting those have long weakened the country’s politics.
He added that state chapters will soon be formally inaugurated, and called on Nigerians who share the vision to join what he described as a growing national network for change. The group says its goal is to build momentum ahead of the ADC primaries and influence the direction of the opposition.
Meanwhile, supporters say there is no internal split among Obi and Kwankwaso loyalists, insisting different affiliated groups are still working toward a common political goal as the 2027 race gradually takes shape.
