Obidient Arewa

26/09/2025

Participation in Black Congressional Week Events in Washington, DC

Yesterday, Thursday, 25th September, in Washington, DC, I participated in the activities of Black Congressional Week, with special emphasis on Georgia State events.

First was the Congressional Black Caucus Week Reception, hosted by U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock at the U.S. Senate Kennedy Caucus Room. Senator Warnock, a strong advocate for Africa’s development, encouraged me to discuss African democracy and development.

Second was an engagement hosted by Georgia Power, the largest independent power company in Georgia, which generates and distributes over 20,000 megawatts of electricity nationwide. My conversation with the company’s CEO, Ms Kim Clark, was deeply insightful.

Third was the One Voice Africa event, organised by a group committed to defending Black immigrant dignity. I urged them to take a greater interest in promoting good governance in Africa, noting that Africa’s potential is immeasurable if led by visionary and responsible leaders.

Finally, the highlight of the day was the conferment of Honorary Citizenship of Georgia on me by the State of Georgia.

For me, the day’s events were about learning, serving, and remaining committed to building a new Nigeria that is truly possible.

- Mr. Peter Obi

25/09/2025

The USA Trip and Reflections on Leadership

I left Lagos yesterday, the 24th of Sept, for a 3-day trip to the USA, covering Washington and Chicago, with a stopover in Atlanta. I travelled with Delta Airlines, the first airline in the United States, which has been in existence for over 100 years.

We arrived at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the busiest airport in the world. It handles over 100 million passengers annually—about five times the total traffic of all Nigerian airports combined. The airport is owned by the City of Atlanta and generates about $32 billion annually (roughly Nigeria’s 2024 operational budget) for the city, and $70 billion (almost twice Nigeria’s 2025 budget) for the Atlanta metropolitan area and the State of Georgia.

Atlanta City itself runs on an annual budget of about $3 billion (over ₦4.5 trillion). Its current Mayor, Mr Andre Dickens, was a businessman before going into politics. His key commitments include public safety, tackling crime, creating opportunities for young people, and ensuring a minimum of $15 an hour for council workers. He is estimated to be worth about $10 million.

Yesterday, after meeting Mayor Andre Dickens, we both travelled on the same flight to Washington. At Atlanta airport, on the plane, and upon arrival at Ronald Regan National Airport, there was no special announcement of his presence, no aides carrying his bags, and no jumping the queue during boarding or disembarkation.

In Nigeria, governors—most of whom oversee budgets smaller than Atlanta’s—and even local government chairmen, whose allocations are less than 1% of Atlanta’s, would have constituted a public nuisance with sirens, protocol officers, endless announcements, large entourages, and posters everywhere.

Our public conduct and behaviour must change.

A New Nigeria is POssible.

- PO

22/09/2025

When you see capacity you know

PO in KD

02/07/2025

Words engraved on our hearts just few years ago. What's your take on this coalition?

your views under the comments section
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10/06/2025

If you reside in Kaduna, please take note of the following flashpoints where there have been frequent reports of phone sn**ching, stabbing, and violent attacks, especially during the evening and nighttime hours:

1. Kawo – Under the Bridge
2. Unguwan Dosa / Badarawa Bus Stops
3. Raba Road – Under the Bridge by Arewa House
4. Anguwan Sarki / Sannu Bus Stops
5. Total Filling Station – Abakpa Bus Stop
6. UTC Bus Stop – Especially from 7 PM upward
7. Cooperative Bus Stop – Central Market
8. Kano Road Bus Stop
9. Sardauna Crescent Bus Stop
10. Stadium Roundabout
11. Bakin Ruwa to Train Station
12. Amingo Junction Bus Stop
13. Kabala West Bus Stop
14. Abuja Junction – Especially from 7 PM upward
15. Sabo – By Black Street
16. Kachia Road by Dambo – Avoid using ATMs here after 7 PM
17. Barnawa – From Gidan Sama to Holy Family Catholic Church

These areas have become notorious for attacks by miscreants who are often under the influence of hard drugs. They have nothing to lose and will go to any length to sn**ch phones and other gadgets, especially from isolated or vulnerable individuals.

What You Should Do to Stay Safe:

If You Are Driving:
1. Always roll up your car windows completely, especially in traffic.
2. Keep all valuables out of sight (laptops, bags, gadgets should be placed in the boot).
3. If you must charge your phone, keep it in the glove compartment or under the seat.

If You Are Walking:
4. Avoid holding your phone in your hand from 6 PM upward.
5. Put your phone on silent or vibration mode.
6. Discourage the use of earpieces or headphones during the evening, especially in these areas.
7. Earpiece usage reduces your awareness of your surroundings and makes you an easy target.

In Case of an Attack:
8. If you are attacked and have no means of self-defense, surrender your phone or valuables quickly. Do not resist
9. Avoid attempting to fight back, these individuals are often armed and mentally unstable.
10. It is better to lose a phone than to lose your life.

If You’re on Public Transport:
11. Do not use or flash your phone if you’re seated near a window.
12. Avoid placing calls or using earpieces while in transit through these areas.

These are desperate times. Let us take serious precautions to safeguard ourselves and our loved ones.

Please share this message widely — it might save a life.

09/05/2025

Nigerians once did this to their sitting President when
Dollar was N180
Petrol was N97/litre
Bag of rice N7k
Average car 1million Motorcycle 50k
Tricycle 100k
Android phone 10k
Average federal university school fees 10-14k
Inflation rate 5%
etc

What's happening now..
Nigerians?

Na corner eye I take they look una bunch of despicable hypocrites. No wonder we are the way we are today.......God can never be mocked

11/03/2025

What a corntree😥😥😥😥

27/02/2025

We move 💪

27/02/2025

Gombawa Are Obidient💙

25/02/2025

Today, the 25th of February 2025 marks a defining moment in the journey of the Obidient Movement as we proudly unveil our a logo a symbol that embodies the very essence of who we are and the values we stand for.

At the heart of this emblem is the image of Mr. Peter Obi, a leader whose life of integrity, humility, and tireless service has inspired a movement rooted in accountability, competence, and compassion. His face on this logo is more than a reflection of an individual, it represents the collective hope of millions who believe that governance should serve the people, not the privileged few.

This logo is a bold declaration of our commitment to justice, equity, and the pursuit of a better Nigeria a nation where merit prevails over mediocrity, where every citizen’s voice matters, and where leadership is anchored in transparency and public good.

As we unveil this symbol, we reaffirm that the Obidient Movement is not just about one man it is about all of us who refuse to accept the status quo. It is about a new generation rising to demand better, work harder, and dream bigger.

May this logo serve as a constant reminder that our mission transcends politics it is a moral call to build a nation that works for everyone. Together, we will continue to walk in truth, serve with humility, and remain steadfast in our pursuit of a Nigeria that upholds dignity, fairness, and progress for all.

We are Obidient. We are resilient. And together, a new Nigeria is possible.

Dr Tanko Yunusa
National Coordinator, Obidient Movement

23/01/2025

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