The Director of Mobilisation of the Obidient Movement, Morris Monye, has stepped down from his role, citing poor coordination and the group’s underwhelming performance in the recent Anambra governorship election as reasons for his decision.
In a statement shared on his X handle on Thursday, Monye explained that his continued involvement had become “untenable,” despite his passion and personal financial investment in the movement.
He revealed that nearly all mobilisation activities including travel, logistics, and voter awareness campaigns were self-funded, as neither the movement’s leadership nor its presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, provided financial or strategic support.
Monye lamented the lack of communication and structure within the organisation, adding that there was no official bank account for the Directorate of Mobilisation.
He also spoke of personal harassment from government loyalists, saying the role had placed “a target” on his back and taken a toll on his family.
Highlighting his contributions, Monye noted his efforts in building local structures, reviving dormant support groups, and launching the Obidient NextGen university campus network.
He also mentioned plans to equip polling unit agents with body cameras to enhance election accountability, a project he urged his successor to complete.
Monye said he had submitted his resignation to Obi, National Coordinator Dr Yunusa Tanko, and his state coordinator.
Going forward, he plans to focus on his businesses and personal growth, including pursuing a business course at Oxford or Cambridge University, while remaining committed to advocacy for good governance and electoral reform.
Advising on the movement’s future, Monye urged Obi to hire professional consultants, provide proper funding, and build a results-oriented structure.
“You can’t run a campaign simply from general goodwill. This is not 2023. The element of surprise is gone,” he warned.
Describing his time in the Obidient Movement as a “privilege,” Monye concluded that it was time for “someone else to carry the mantle.”
The Obidient Movement, which rose to prominence during the 2023 presidential election in support of Peter Obi, once galvanized a strong youth following and diaspora backing under the slogan “Take Back Nigeria.”
However, its influence has waned in recent months, reflected in the Labour Party’s disappointing 1.5% vote share in the November 2025 Anambra governorship election.
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