By Our Correspondent
National News – The Obidient Movement has reaffirmed its plan for a nationwide protest against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), insisting the demonstration will go ahead despite rising tensions.
Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, told our correspondent that the group is mobilizing supporters across Nigeria, but declined to disclose the exact protest date to avoid harassment of participants.
“INEC is our target. The people are angry and will show their frustration through a peaceful rally. All Nigerians want is for authorities to do the right thing,” he said.
The movement’s announcement follows recent political developments affecting the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
On April 2, 2026, the Obidient Movement declared that the electoral commission is perceived as compromised, undermining Nigeria’s democracy.
The group demands the resignation of INEC chairman Prof Joash Amupitan, citing “gross abuse of office, loss of public trust, and failure to uphold neutrality.”
Tanko emphasized that the movement seeks protection of party autonomy, full respect for opposition voices, and an end to intimidation and harassment of dissenters.
The protest, tagged #OccupyINEC, targets INEC’s role in escalating political discontent. Tanko warned that all Nigerians, civil society organizations, and political stakeholders must engage to defend the sovereignty of the country.
Recent court rulings on ADC leadership disputes, including INEC’s refusal to recognize correspondence from either faction led by David Mark or Rafiu Bala, have intensified concerns over multi-party democracy and governance.
The Mark-led faction has vowed to appeal to international observers, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu of interfering in party politics.
The Obidient Movement insists the protest will remain peaceful and focused on reforming electoral processes, ensuring fair representation, and safeguarding Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
