The train of the “Obidient” movement, which hits Ibadan today, has seen many youths in their numbers moving round the ancient city, singing and dancing.

At one of the locations where the joyous youth converged, Iwo Road, many residents were seen expressing optimism at the ability of Obi’s candidacy to restore hope for the common man in Nigeria.

According to one of the youths who shared his joy, “It is Peter Obi or nothing. We can’t continue like this as a nation. Look at the rising cost of goods and services as well as the rate of unemployment. Many people are losing their jobs daily. These old men do not have our interest at heart, that is why they do not care about the insecurity.”

Another added that, “The hardship in the land has increased the rate of crime, we do not excuse criminals but when someone is gainfully employed or has enabling environment to run his or her legitimate business, such a fellow will hardly ever have time to think of criminal activities.”

The movement is expected to tour round the entire city of Ibadan before 6:00 pm today and many youths have abandoned all their engagements for the day to ensure its success.