The Obidient Movement has strongly defended Peter Obi following recent remarks by former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff, accusing Sheriff of lacking the moral authority to question Obi’s patriotism. The group also revived longstanding allegations linking Sheriff to the early rise of Boko Haram—allegations Sheriff has consistently denied over the years.
The Obidient Movement has fired back at former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff over his criticism of Peter Obi, describing his comments as misleading and politically motivated.
The response follows Sheriff’s appearance on Channels Television, where he argued that Northerners would not vote for Obi in the 2027 presidential election and criticised the former Anambra governor’s political positions.
In a statement issued by its Media and Communications Directorate, the Obidient Movement accused Sheriff of avoiding discussion of current governance issues while attacking Peter Obi.
The group alleged that Sheriff had been widely associated with the early rise and sponsorship of Boko Haram and therefore lacked the moral standing to lecture Nigerians on patriotism and national unity.
The movement further maintained that Peter Obi believes in a united Nigeria and has consistently advocated dialogue, justice, economic inclusion and national development rather than division.
Allegations linking Ali Modu Sheriff to Boko Haram have circulated publicly for years and have featured in political debates and media reports.
However, Sheriff has repeatedly denied sponsoring or supporting the insurgent group and has previously threatened legal action over such claims. No Nigerian court has convicted him of sponsoring Boko Haram.
The Obidient Movement said Obi’s record demonstrates support for national unity and inclusive economic growth, rejecting suggestions that he seeks to divide the country.
As of the time of this report, Ali Modu Sheriff had not publicly responded to the movement’s latest statement beyond his earlier comments about Obi’s 2027 prospects.
The exchange is the latest in a series of increasingly sharp political confrontations ahead of the 2027 general election, as supporters of leading political figures continue to trade accusations over governance, security and Nigeria’s political future. The allegations exchanged remain matters of political dispute, and the parties involved hold sharply differing positions.