The Obidient Movement, the influential grassroots network within Nigeria’s Labour Party, has officially endorsed Chief Dr. George Moghalu as its candidate for the November 8 Anambra gubernatorial election, injecting fresh energy into what is shaping up to be one of the state’s most competitive races in recent years.
The announcement, conveyed through a statement signed by National Coordinator Dr. Yunusa Tanko, followed three high-level strategy meetings between Moghalu and the movement’s leadership.
Tanko said those sessions examined Moghalu’s blueprint for development, evaluated his record on transparency and reform, and culminated in a “solemn pact to pursue a people-driven transformation of Anambra.”
“George Moghalu is not simply another name on the ballot,” the statement read. “He represents integrity, competence, and an unwavering commitment to those who have been sidelined by decades of poor governance.”
Anambra, with 2.8 million registered voters spread across 21 local government areas, has long been a political bellwether in the Southeast.
The Labour Party’s endorsement positions Moghalu as a formidable challenger to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the All Progressives Congress (APC)—all of which have deep roots in the state.
Observers say the Obidient Movement’s backing could be a decisive factor. The group, which rose to prominence during Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential run, has proven its ability to mobilise young voters, traders, and professionals frustrated with Nigeria’s political establishment. Its embrace of Moghalu signals Labour’s determination to consolidate that energy at the state level.
Tanko appealed directly to voters, urging them to see Moghalu as “the antidote to the politics of mediocrity” and invoking Obi’s influence as a unifying force within the party. “As epitomised by His Excellency Peter Obi, we will march with Dr. Moghalu as one unbreakable army,” he said.
Moghalu, a former National Auditor of the APC before joining Labour Party reformists, is viewed by supporters as a candidate who blends experience with a reformist zeal.
His critics, however, caution that endorsements alone will not guarantee victory in a state known for unpredictable political shifts.
The November election will test the Labour Party’s staying power beyond its presidential campaign and could reshape Anambra’s political calculus ahead of the 2027 general elections.
For now, the Obidient Movement’s declaration has set the stage for a high-stakes battle likely to capture national attention.
