Peter Obi’s politics challenges Nigeria’s money politics system — Tanko

By Lawrence Agbo
Dr. Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, has said that the political approach of the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, represents a clear challenge to Nigeria’s entrenched money-driven political system.
Tanko made the remarks on ARISE News while reaffirming the movement’s alignment with Obi’s political ideology, which he described as rooted in discipline, accountability, and self-sacrifice rather than excessive financial influence.
According to him, while money remains a factor in politics, its dominance has had a damaging effect on Nigeria’s democratic process and governance outcomes.
“We align ourselves strongly with ...