Peter Obi Support Network (POSN), says it has acknowledged the departure of some supporters of the former presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi from the Labour Party.
Dr Doyin Okupe, Engr. Isaac Balami and Barrister Kenneth Okonkwo are among some of the few figures who recently exited the opposition party and also withdrew their support for Peter Obi.
Mr Kenneth Okonkwo who excused himself from the party in a letter on Sunday morning, accused Peter Obi of failing to solve the internal crisis that is rocking the leadership of the party.
But in a statement by Tochukwu Ezeoke, Co-convener of Peter Obi Support Network, the group reiterated that Obi’s decision remains that leaders must desist from actions that would plunge the country into chaos.
According to Ezeoke, Obi’s foremost concern is the safety and well-being of ordinary Nigerians, even above his political aspirations, adding that the stability of Nigeria is more important than the ambitions of any single candidate.
The statement reads, “The Peter Obi Support Network (POSN) acknowledges the recent departures of key supporters such as Dr. Doyin Okupe, Engr. Isaac Balami, and Barr. Kenneth Okonkwo. We respect their commitment to a great Nigeria, advocating for a grassroots political party and a decisive leader with integrity. Indeed, Peter Obi’s decision remains that leadership must desist from actions that would plunge the country into chaos.
“Peter Obi and the Obidient Movement did not have access to unlimited state resources for the 2023 election, relying instead on the support of Nigerians at home and abroad. Peter Obi’s foremost concern is the safety and well-being of ordinary Nigerians, even above his political aspirations. The stability of Nigeria is more important than the ambitions of any single candidate.
“In response to the 2023 election results, while some supporters called for radical action, Peter Obi wisely chose to engage the system, thereby exposing its flaws. His June 5th, 2024, message reaffirmed the Obidient movement’s independence from the Labour Party, ensuring the continuity of our goal to transform Nigeria from a consumer to a producer nation.”
Speaking further in the statement, Ezeoke noted that the support group remains committed in ending the mis-governance of Tinubu’s led APC administration.
He added that Obi is currently building strategic alliances aimed at unseating Tinubu and rebuilding Nigeria in the nearest future to situate it in the global comity of productive nations.
“Our focus remains on ending the misgovernance of Tinubu’s APC government, as they cannot lead Nigeria to the promised land. Peter Obi is actively building strategic alliances aimed at unseating Tinubu and rebuilding Nigeria in the nearest future to situate Nigeria in the global comity of productive nations
“The philosophy behind the Obidient Movement, established in 2018, has guided our efforts from the Atiku/Obi campaign in 2019 through the LP/Obidient campaign in 2022-2023. Despite the Obi/Datti mandate being stolen in February 2023, our structure is diligently working towards future elections.
“We urge all Obidients who desire a new and better Nigeria to remain steadfast, continue and deepen their engagements with families and neighbors on what a new Nigeria should look like and the rough path to it.
“We expect more resignations from the ranks of 2023 campaign leaders. Notwithstanding, we are confident that we speak the minds of our partners and other groups in this struggle in assuring Nigerians that hope and engagement in the political process are vital. Our collective efforts and determination are crucial to Nigeria’s future.
“Long live the Obidient Movement.
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria”, the statement concluded.