The Obidient Movement has congratulated its former National Coordinator, Dr Yunusa Tanko, following his appointment as National Coordinator of the Social Democratic Party’s (SDP) Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The movement described Tanko’s appointment as recognition of his political experience, organisational abilities and contributions to the pursuit of a better Nigeria.

In a statement released on Wednesday through its Media and Communications Directorate, the group wished him success in his new assignment, noting that his emergence reflected the leadership qualities developed during his time in the movement.

It stressed that his decision to take up a position in another political party should be viewed as an opportunity for cooperation rather than a reason for political division.

The movement explained that its membership cuts across political parties, ethnic groups, religious affiliations and social backgrounds, united by a common aspiration for competent and accountable leadership in Nigeria.

While encouraging its members to identify with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), the political party of its principal, Peter Obi, the group acknowledged that its supporters have the freedom to belong to different political platforms.

It maintained that the emergence of individuals associated with the movement into influential positions across different parties should be celebrated rather than become a source of disagreement.

The group also referenced Peter Obi’s attendance at the inauguration of the presidential campaign office of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, as an example of his support for political cooperation beyond party boundaries.

According to the movement, Obi has consistently emphasised the importance of placing national interests above partisan considerations.

It added that its vision was not to restrict capable Nigerians to a particular political party but to encourage the development of leaders who could contribute meaningfully to national progress wherever they found themselves.

Tanko was formally unveiled as the SDP’s National Coordinator of its Presidential Campaign Council on Wednesday during the inauguration of the party’s campaign structure in Abuja.

He subsequently pledged his commitment to working with the party’s presidential candidate, Prince Adewale Adebayo, and his running mate, Usman Bugaje, ahead of the 2027 elections.

The appointment came after his resignation as Peter Obi’s Political Adviser for Northern Nigeria, which took effect on October 30, 2026.