Monye Resigns from Obidient Movement, Citing Leadership Failures

Delta entrepreneur and political strategist, Morris Monye, has resigned as Director of Mobilization of the Obidient Movement, citing stagnation, poor leadership, and personal financial strain. His decision, announced through a social media statement, marks a major shake-up within the movement aligned with Labour Party’s Peter Obi.

Monye said his resignation followed months of frustration over what he saw as unfulfilled promises and lack of clear direction. He noted that despite nearly a year of effort, the movement failed to meet its mobilization targets, pointing to the poor performance in the Anambra governorship election as proof of weak strategy and organization.

According to him, he spent about ₦40 million of his own money on rallies, awareness campaigns, and coordination efforts without receiving institutional support. He lamented that the Directorate of Mobilization had no official account or funding, and that Obi never made inquiries about its activities. Monye also mentioned harassment from state agents and online critics, which intensified the personal and financial toll on him.

He listed several projects he led, including youth outreach, digital registration of supporters, and plans for polling-unit monitoring devices. While expressing disappointment over the lack of structure, Monye called on Obi to engage professionals and provide adequate resources for future mobilization efforts. He said he now intends to focus on his private ventures and pursue further studies abroad.