Supporters of former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and ex-Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, have launched a new political pressure group, the Obi–Kwankwaso Movement, as permutations intensify ahead of the African Democratic Congress presidential primary.
The group, which announced its emergence in Abuja on Monday, said it has already established structures across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, and has appointed state and zonal coordinators to drive its mobilisation.
The National Publicity Secretary of the movement, Justin Ijeh, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja, describing the initiative as a coalition of political forces comprising the Obidient Movement, Kwankwasiyya, the New Nigeria People’s Party, and the African Democratic Congress.
The development signals a fresh layer of realignment within the opposition coalition, amid growing uncertainty over who will clinch the ADC presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The OK Movement appears to mirror the structure and grassroots appeal of the Obidient Movement, whose organic and youth-driven mobilisation reshaped Nigeria’s political landscape during the 2023 elections.
Addressing journalists, Ijeh explained that the new platform is a blend of members drawn from the Kwankwasiya, Obidients, New Nigeria People’s Party and the African Democratic Congress.
He said, “Nigeria stands at a defining crossroads. Today, as our people endure the weight of unprecedented economic hardship, the soaring cost of living, and the persistent shadow of insecurity, the Obi–Kwankwaso (OK) Movement formally unveils its national and state structures.
“This is more than a political milestone; it is the birth of a coordinated, nationwide engine for systemic reform and national rebirth. We recognise the exhaustion felt in every Nigerian household. Yet, in this moment of darkness, the OK Movement stands as a beacon of resolute hope.
“The Movement is a home for all well-meaning Nigerians. We reject the politics of tribalism, regionalism, and religious sentiment that have long been used to keep our people divided while the nation falters.”
Ijeh further disclosed that the movement has set up a strong structure and support base across the country, while also unveiling a list of state and zonal coordinators.