Obidient and Kwankwasiyya movements address NDC campaign finance directive

The Obidient Movement and the Kwankwasiyya Movement have responded to a recent directive from the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC regarding campaign financing and the regulation of affiliated groups. Both movements, which were instrumental in grassroots mobilization and fundraising during the 2023 general elections, stated they would not engage in a public dispute over the policy, describing the NDC's statement as open to interpretation. Dr. Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, emphasized that the movement is volunteer-driven and its direction rests with its leader, Peter Obi. He noted that Obi has not yet reacted to the directive. Habibu Muhammed, spokesman for the Kwankwasiyya Movement, urged caution, stating the group would first study the NDC's position before taking a stand. The NDC's new rules, which include channeling all campaign funds through designated party accounts and requiring all associated groups to operate under party guidance, have led to speculation that they are aimed at influential support movements. The NDC stated it would not operate as a "personality cult" and reaffirmed its supremacy over affiliated organizations. The directive has sparked debate among political observers, who interpret it as an attempt to tighten party control over support movements. This follows a crisis within the Labour Party after the 2023 presidential election concerning campaign funds. Peter Obi recently challenged critics to provide evidence o