Supporter of Peter Obi, the 2027 presidential candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, popularly know as Obidient Movement have appointed Mr Moses Paul to replace Yunusa Tanko as their new National Coordinator.
The appointment of Paul who was the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the recent Abuja Municipal Area Council chairmanship election was announced in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by Mr Onyeka Dike of the Movement’s Media and Communications Directorate.
Paul’s appointment was sequel to the reassignment of Tanko as Special Adviser to Peter Obi on Northern Nigeria, the statement indicated.
Tanko, who served as national coordinator for three years was also quoted in the statement as expressing his appreciation to the leadership, members and supporters of Obidient Movement for their support throughout his tenure.
Tanko identified the strengthening of the movement’s organisational structure and institutional framework as major areas of focus during his tenure.
He said that the movement established a National Advisory Council to deepen strategic engagement and transition from election-cycle activism to a lasting institution.
Tanko also highlighted the establishment of offices across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, alongside five regional coordinators and a regional collegiate council.
He said grassroots structures were established across the 37 state coordination areas and 774 local government areas to strengthen the movement’s presence and mobilisation nationwide.
Tanko also said that the Obidient Movement developed an online mobilisation and recruitment platform, www.obidients.com, alongside an election-results monitoring system linked to INEC’s Results Viewing Portal.
He added that the movement expanded its engagement with communities, stakeholders and support groups across the country as part of efforts to strengthen its organisational reach.
The statement said leaders of the movement commended Tanko for his contributions to its organisational development, coordination and expansion during his three-year tenure.
It said Tanko’s new role as special adviser to Peter Obi on Northern Nigeria would involve leading mobilisation and engagement efforts across the region.
According to the statement, Paul, who succeeded Tanko as national coordinator, expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to build on existing structures.
Paul described the Obidient Movement as a citizens’ movement rather than one centred on individuals, while soliciting the prayers, support and cooperation of members and supporters.
‘With grace, humility, courage and determination, I accept the appointment to serve as National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement.
‘Dr Tanko’s shoes are quite big, and I will need your prayers and support to move the movement forward,’ he added.