The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has warned that Nigeria is deteriorating across all sectors, insisting that the country is steadily sliding into deeper trouble.
Tanko made the remarks on Thursday, the 1st of January, 2026, during an interview on Arise Television, where he expressed concern over what he described as the nation’s worsening condition.
According to him, members of the Obidient Movement, alongside Nigerian youths, remain firmly confident in the former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, believing he possesses the capacity to restore Nigeria if given the mandate to lead the country.
He further stressed that Nigerian youths should not be underestimated, describing them as strong, focused, and prepared to take action when necessary, while maintaining that they remain a critical force in the country’s political landscape.
“We have confidence in Peter Obi who have shown resilience determination. The issue is about you drowning in a river or an ocean with a two edged sword. It’s either you grab it or you drown.
“So for anybody who may be thinking otherwise, it is the opportunity for him or her position, because Nigeria is actually sinking, and we are seeing it with our naked eyes. So you either go with the coalition and build a viral and united country, or we all suffer for it.
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“So at this time, I think it is better for those who want to take that particular decision, to take it together, who His Excellency, Mr Peter OBI, is leveraging on seriously, are also a backup, and they are watching, and they are ready to take their action. So anybody can do anything, but he has the people to answer to.
“Remember, you are seeing what is happening in the country where members of the Federal House of Representatives, going back into their homes have been beaten to a point of stupor. Not to say that we are supporting violence, but it’s a political example of what you may expect if you decide to run against the will of the people,” he said.