Betty Akeredolu, the wife of former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has declared that she's an Obidient, a term used to describe the supporters of former presidential candidate Peter Obi.

Mrs Akeredolu spoke during the official inauguration ceremony of the Obidients Movement in Owerri Municipal LGA, Imo State.

She was represented by her aide, Prince Joseph Nwosu Okoire, who addressed committed Obidients Movement members on her behalf while she was on a short official engagement in Ibadan, Oyo state.

She said, "Good evening, distinguished Obidients, leaders, elders, youths, and committed patriots of Owerri Municipal, Owerri Zone and Imo State.

"I would have loved to be physically present with you today. Unfortunately, your invitation reached me barely two days ago, and being currently in Ibadan made it impractical to travel on such short notice. I therefore delegated my aide, Prince Joseph, to represent me and convey my message.

"First, let me warmly congratulate you on the inauguration of the Obidients Movement in Owerri Municipal LGA. What you represent today is more than a political gathering — it is a movement of conscience, hope, and collective resolve.

"The Obidients phenomenon has become both an enigma to Nigeria and a nightmare to politicians who wish to preserve the status quo — a system marked by poor infrastructure, food insecurity, abuse of office, human rights violations, insecurity, corruption, impunity, and widespread hardship.

I proudly declare that I am Obidient. I stand firmly on Obi or Nothing — not as a slogan, but as an affirmation of values. Peter Obi represents the leadership Nigeria urgently needs, anchored on the 3 Cs: Character, Competence, and Capacity."

ASA