Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, has refuted claims that Peter Obi has left the Labour Party, affirming his continued membership

This clarification comes amidst speculations following a recent Supreme Court ruling and claims from the SDP. Tanko’s statement clarifies the Peter Obi Labour Party status.

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Despite swirling rumours of defection, Yunusa Tanko has firmly stated that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, remains a member of the Labour Party. Tanko dismissed claims that Obi had joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP), labelling such speculations as unfounded.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief programme, Tanko addressed the recent Supreme Court ruling that led to Julius Abure’s removal as Labour Party’s national chairman.

He stated that the party’s leadership would soon clarify its position on the matter. “As I speak to you right now, there is going to be a meeting possibly within the week by the leaders of the party to make fundamental positions clear to everyone, and in line with the position of the Supreme Court ruling and that of course will put the whole matter to rest,” he said.

Tanko reiterated that Obi has not left the Labour Party, stating, “As far as I am concerned, His Excellency Peter Obi is a member of the Labour Party. It remains so until when there is any other thing that may come up.”

His comments came in response to claims made by former SDP presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, who suggested that Obi and Atiku Abubakar were in talks with the SDP regarding a potential defection. Tanko’s clarification aims to dispel these rumours and reaffirm Obi’s commitment to the Labour Party.

The pending meeting of the Labour Party’s leadership is expected to provide further clarity on the party’s direction and address the concerns raised by the Supreme Court ruling.