The Director of Mobilisation of the Obidient Movement, Morris Monye, has announced his resignation from the position, citing what he described as the movement’s lack of structure, unfulfilled objectives, and personal harassment he suffered while in office.
Monye, who recently made his resignation public through a detailed statement shared on his verified social media pages on Thursday, said that despite his passion and financial commitment to the cause, the poor performance of the movement during the recent Anambra governorship election made his position “untenable.”
“Almost a year down the line, most of our short, medium, and long-term plans have not been met. I won’t be part of optics and no work,” Monye stated.
“The poor showing at the Anambra election also made my position untenable,” he added.
The political activist lamented that despite his dedication, the Directorate of Mobilisation operated without any financial or structural backing from the movement’s leadership or its presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi.
“No money was given to the Directorate of Mobilization. There’s no bank account even for the directorate. In fact, Mr. Peter Obi has never asked what we are doing in mobilization, no communication, nothing,” Monye revealed.
He explained that he had spent personal funds to sustain the movement’s activities across the country, including travels, grassroots engagement, and voter education drives.
“I have spent approximately N40m of personal fund (My own money) on donating for Obidient event, mobilizing travels across the country, funding committee, evangelizing about airways in the rural areas, support local structures on ground.
“It goes on and on. The expenses never ever stop (and they are mostly unplanned and sudden).
“All were self-raised. By myself. From me. Through me. Let someone else carry that mantle. Dr. Tanko is privy to some of these. I have transaction receipts of almost every activity done,” he stated.
Monye mentioned that, “the continuous financial and emotional strain, coupled with threats and harassment from sympathizers of the ruling government, had taken a toll on him and his family.”
Despite the challenges, Monye highlighted a number of achievements recorded under his leadership.
These, he said, included the creation of online registration systems for Obidients, reactivation of dormant support groups, establishment of regional structures, creation of local government offices, and the launch of the Obidient NextGen university campus network.
He also disclosed that he single-handedly raised funds for the movement’s candidate during the Anambra election and initiated a project aimed at equipping polling unit agents with affordable body cameras to promote transparency during elections.
“The next director must follow up on this. We have not closed it out yet,” he said.
Monye revealed that his resignation letter had already been submitted to Peter Obi, the National Coordinator Dr. Yunusa Tanko, and his state coordinator.
He stressed that he was stepping down in good faith and wished the new leadership success.
Looking ahead, the political strategist said he intends to refocus on his businesses and personal development.
He disclosed plans to pursue a business course at Oxford or Cambridge University, while maintaining his advocacy for good governance, transparency, and electoral reforms.
On the future of the Obidient Movement, Monye urged Peter Obi and the Labour Party to prioritize structure, strategy, and proper funding.
“You can’t run a campaign simply from general goodwill. This is not 2023. The element of surprise is gone,” he cautioned.
Concluding his statement, Monye expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the movement, describing his experience as both challenging and rewarding.
“It was a privilege,” he said, “but it is time for someone else to carry the mantle.”
