Obidient Movement insists on nationwide protest against INEC
The Obidient Movement has reaffirmed its commitment to holding a nationwide protest targeting the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Yunusa Tanko, the group’s National Coordinator, stated that supporters across the country are being mobilised despite rising political tension. The group is demanding reforms and the resignation of INEC’s chairman, citing concerns over the commission’s impartiality. Tensions have escalated following recent decisions by INEC affecting the African Democratic Congress.
What we know
- Yunusa Tanko said the Obidient Movement will not back down from its planned protest against INEC.
- The group has not disclosed the exact date of the demonstration, citing concerns over harassment.
- Demands include the resignation of INEC’s chairman, protection of multi-party democracy, and an end to political persecution.
- On Thursday, April 2, 2026, INEC announced it would stop accepting correspondence from either faction of the ADC after reviewing a court judgment.
- The Mark-led ADC faction blamed the All Progressives Congress and Bola Tinubu for the party’s internal crisis.
