The Obidient Movement appears to be in further disarray as former senatorial candidate of the Labour Party (LP) and leader of the Obidient movement in Akwa Ibom, Mr. Dominic Essien, has officially announced his resignation from the party.
According to Essien, his decision to exit the party came after extensive consultations with stakeholders, allies, and supporters.
Essien in a letter addressed to the chairman of Ukpum Minya Ward 2 in Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, said his resignation is not connected to the current wave of defections sweeping through the country’s political landscape.
He said his departure is a strategic move towards advancing his team’s goals and strengthening a political structure aligned with the interests of the people and the nation.
“As a former senatorial candidate of the party, I also resigned from the National Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party.
“As a leader of the Obidients Movement in Akwa Ibom State, leader of the Labour Party Candidates’ Forum in 2023, and leader of the AKEM NDIEN Movement, providence has assigned me the role of a wayfarer.
“This journey has culminated in us becoming a formidable force in the run-up to, during, and after the 2023 general elections.
“In every people’s journey, there comes a time when change becomes necessary and inescapable — a time to act for the common good”, his resignation letter reads.
Essien added that it had become clear that the party could no longer serve as a viable vehicle for transformation.
“Having realised that our consolidation journey can never be achieved in a political platform that has been neutralised and torn to shreds by greedy political hyenas and jackals,” he said.
He also expressed appreciation to supporters, partners, and party members who remained loyal throughout his political journey.
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