“I can’t continue this way”: Peter Obi’s man resigns

The Director of Mobilisation for the Obidient Movement, Morris Monye, has stepped down from his post, citing poor coordination, inadequate support, and disappointing electoral outcomes as reasons for his decision.

Announcing his resignation in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, Monye said the movement’s internal inefficiencies and lack of progress had made his position untenable.

“Nearly a year on, most of our short, medium and long-term goals remain unmet. I can’t continue to be part of something that’s all optics with no substance. The poor showing in the Anambra election only confirmed that my role is no longer tenable,” he said.

Monye revealed that he had personally financed mobilisation campaigns across the country, covering travel, grassroots engagement, voter education, and logistics, all without financial assistance from the movement’s leadership or its presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi.

“No funding was provided for the Directorate of Mobilisation. We don’t even have a functional bank account. Mr Obi has never once enquired about our mobilisation efforts—there’s been no communication whatsoever,” he stated.

According to Monye, his involvement in the movement had also exposed him and his businesses to political harassment from government loyalists.

“This role paints a target on one’s back. I’ve endured attacks and pressure but kept quiet not to discourage others. Sadly, it has taken a toll on me and my family,” he lamented.

Despite the challenges, Monye highlighted several achievements during his tenure, including setting up an online registration portal for members, reviving dormant support groups, and establishing regional and local offices. He also initiated the Obidient NextGen campus network to mobilise students and young voters.

He disclosed that he raised funds for the movement’s candidate in the recent Anambra governorship election and spearheaded a plan to equip polling agents with body cameras for transparency,  a project he urged his successor to complete.

Monye confirmed he had formally notified Mr Obi, National Coordinator Dr Yunusa Tanko, and his state coordinator of his resignation.

He said he now intends to focus on his private enterprises and pursue executive education at Oxford or Cambridge University, while continuing to advocate for governance reform and electoral integrity.

Offering advice to the movement, Monye urged its leadership to embrace professionalism and structure.

“You can’t sustain a political movement on goodwill alone. This isn’t 2023 anymore, the novelty has worn off,” he warned.

Monye concluded by describing his service in the movement as “a privilege,” adding that it was time for “fresh energy to take the reins.”