The Obidient Movement has dismissed false reports alleging that its National Coordinator, Dr Yunusa Tanko, was removed from office by its presidential leader, Peter Obi, describing the claim as fabricated and intended to mislead the public.
In a statement signed by Onyeka Dike on behalf of the Media and Communications Directorate Team, the movement said the publication, attributed to an individual identified as Francis Nnoli, falsely claimed that Obi removed Tanko on the directive of an alleged Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement.
The group said Obi neither removed Tanko from any position nor authorised anyone to issue such a statement on his behalf.
According to the statement, the report was entirely false, and members of the public, supporters and the media were urged to disregard it.
The movement maintained that its official communications are issued only through authorised channels, adding that Obi would personally communicate any significant development relating to the movement through his verified public platforms.
It also alleged that some individuals were attempting to exploit the popularity of the Obidient Movement by creating unauthorised groups and circulating false information for personal or political advantage as the country approaches another election cycle.
The statement further claimed that some of those behind such activities had previously left the movement and were now attempting to portray themselves as speaking on its behalf.
Reaffirming its organisational structure, the Obidient Movement said Dr Yunusa Tanko remains its recognised National Coordinator and that there has been no change in its leadership.
The group called on supporters to verify political information through official communication channels before accepting or sharing it, warning that misinformation could increase as political activities gather momentum ahead of future elections.
It also urged security agencies to investigate individuals responsible for disseminating false political information and cautioned against the unauthorised use of the names of Peter Obi, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso or the Obidient Movement in political communications.
The movement stressed that it remained “an organised, disciplined and value-driven movement”, adding that no individual or self-created group has the authority to issue directives on behalf of its leadership without authorisation.
