Morris Monye, a key figure in Nigeria’s Obidient Movement, has announced his resignation as Director of Mobilization, citing stagnation, personal strain, and inadequate leadership engagement from the movement’s hierarchy.
His decision, shared in a lengthy statement across social media platforms, marks a significant shake-up within the group associated with Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi.
Monye said he stepped down after nearly a year of what he described as “optics without work,” lamenting the movement’s inability to achieve its short-, medium-, and long-term goals.
He also referenced the poor outing at the Anambra gubernatorial election as evidence of weak mobilization and strategic failure.
According to Monye, the role had subjected him and his businesses to continuous harassment by sympathizers and state agents, placing immense personal and financial pressure on his family.
He disclosed that he had spent about ₦40 million of his own funds on nationwide mobilization efforts, event sponsorships, and awareness drives without any institutional funding or reimbursement.
“No money was ever given to the Directorate of Mobilization. There isn’t even a bank account for it,” he wrote, noting that Mr. Obi had never inquired about the directorate’s activities.
Monye detailed several initiatives he led — including the registration of Obidients online, the creation of local government structures, regional coordination bodies, youth outreach programs, and a research team countering government propaganda.
He also revealed plans for polling-unit body cameras to ensure electoral transparency, a project he now leaves for his successor.
Expressing disappointment at the lack of organizational support, Monye urged Mr. Obi to employ professional consultants and provide funding for future mobilization, warning that “goodwill alone cannot win elections.”
Monye concluded by stating his intention to take time off, focus on his businesses, and pursue further studies abroad. “It has been a privilege serving Obidients,” he said, adding that he would continue to advocate for a new Nigeria from outside the movement’s leadership.
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