Yunusa Tanko Alleges Betrayal, Says Obidient Movement Forced Him Out

Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Presidential Campaign Council, has alleged that he experienced betrayal and intolerance within the Obidient Movement before his departure from the group.

Tanko, who previously served as the National Coordinator of the movement, made the remarks while speaking with journalists in a video interview.

He said he did not voluntarily leave the Obidient Movement but was forced out, adding that he chose to move to an environment where he felt his contributions would be appreciated.

According to Tanko, his experience within the movement involved what he described as a betrayal of trust and loyalty by people who, in his view, failed to recognise his efforts towards nation-building.

He also spoke about his former relationship with Peter Obi, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to have worked with the former Labour Party presidential candidate, who is now the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), according to the supplied report.

Tanko, however, said nobody could speak for Obi or determine his intentions, insisting that only the politician himself could explain what he had in mind.

“In the case of Peter Obi, it’s a different ball game. You can’t say his mind; only him can say his mind for himself,” Tanko said.

He added that he remained grateful for the opportunity to work with Obi, despite his dissatisfaction with aspects of his experience in the movement.

Tanko further explained that he would not remain in an organisation where he felt merely tolerated, saying he preferred to work in an environment where his contributions were valued.

“I did not exit the movement, I was exited. So if I’m exited, I don’t stay where I’m being tolerated; I go to where I’m being appreciated,” he said.

He maintained that his commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s development remained unchanged, regardless of the political platform on which he operates.

“For me, it’s about giving the best of your best to Nigeria, and I will continue to do so,” Tanko added.