I CAN NEVER INSULT PETER OBI, WE PARTED AMICABLY — TANKO
Former National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has dismissed reports alleging that he insulted his former principal, Peter Obi, insisting that they parted ways peacefully and still share mutual respect.
Tanko, who recently joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Presidential Campaign Council, described the viral reports as fabricated stories allegedly designed to create bad blood between him and the former Anambra State governor.
In a statement issued on Saturday by the Chief Media and Communications Adviser to the Adewole Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign Council, Mark Adebayo, Tanko said he had no reason to attack Obi despite his departure from the political movement.
“I can never insult His Excellency, Mr Peter Obi. We parted ways peacefully and with absolute mutual understanding. Politics is about vision and service, never about bitterness or personal attacks,” he stated.
Tanko also expressed confidence that Obi would dismiss the allegations, given the mutual respect they had maintained.
He further acknowledged Obi’s role in his political journey, expressing gratitude for the opportunities he received while serving as his aide and coordinating the Obidient Movement Worldwide.
“I remain forever grateful to His Excellency, Mr Peter Obi, for the wonderful opportunities he gave me to serve alongside him and lead the Obidient Movement worldwide. I thank Mr Obi, and I stand proudly by the records of my service with him,” he added.
Tanko’s clarification comes days after he spoke publicly about his departure from Obi’s political camp, alleging that he experienced betrayal of trust and loyalty within the Obidient Movement.
He had insisted that he did not voluntarily leave the movement but was pushed out, adding that he preferred to work with people who appreciated his contributions.
Tanko was subsequently unveiled as the National Coordinator of the SDP Presidential Campaign Council, where he is expected to coordinate the campaign of Prince Adewole Adebayo ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Despite the political separation, Tanko maintained that his departure should not be interpreted as a personal disagreement with Obi.
The SDP campaign council urged the public and media organisations to disregard the alleged insulting remarks and rely on verified statements from its official representatives.
