Obidient Movement Alleges Judicial Plot Against Peter Obi’s 2027 Bid
The Obidient Movement accused the federal government on Monday of using the judiciary to frustrate Peter Obi’s ambition to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Press Conference Highlights
At a briefing titled “The Road to Anarchy,” the group described the recent court ruling on the status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a dangerous judicial pronouncement, claiming it reflects the weaponisation of justice against opposition parties.
National coordinator Yunusa Tanko said that just three days after Peter Obi joined the NDC, a fictitious case was filed to deregister the party, alleging the move was orchestrated to keep Obi off the 2027 ballot.
Movement’s Response and Calls to Action
The Obidient Movement vowed to resist any legal or political attempt to bar Obi from the election, warning that continued erosion of public confidence in the courts could push Nigerians toward the “court of public opinion and the streets.”
The group urged supporters nationwide to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and remain active in the electoral process, insisting that the 2027 election must stay competitive and not become a one‑party affair.
NDC’s Legal Counter‑Move
An NDC representative said the party has already approached the courts to challenge the judgment, seeking an accelerated hearing and a stay of execution while the appeal proceeds.
The representative added that the party’s legal team comprises some of the most capable lawyers and is pressing for a swift resolution.
Broader Allegations Against APC‑Led Institutions
Speakers also accused the ruling All Progressives Congress of compromising democratic institutions, including the Independent National Electoral Commission, the judiciary and security agencies, claiming the democratic space is being deliberately narrowed to weaken opposition ahead of the next election.
The Obidient Movement concluded by calling on Nigerians to defend democracy, urging the media and civil society to keep those in power accountable, and stressing that political competition should be decided by voters, not the courts.
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