Nollywood actor Zubby Michael joins Obidient Movement

Arts & Entertainment, Politics

LAGOS, Nigeria (NPA) — Popular Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has been formally welcomed into the Obidient Movement, the political support group aligned with the aspirations of former presidential candidate Peter Obi.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued by Dr Yunusa Tanko, Interim National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide.

According to Tanko, the actor, whose real name is Azubuike Michael Egwu, joined the movement on April 6, 2026.

“Yesterday we received in honour Hon. Azubuike Michael Egwu (Zubby Michael) into the Obidient Movement,” part of the statement read.

Tanko disclosed that the actor attended the event alongside the Director-General of the Obi Kwankwaso Community Movement, Hon. Engr. Francis Nnoli, and Mr Ugochukwu P. Ojinigbo.

“We keep moving. No distractions, no retreat, and no surrender to centrifugal forces. A New Nigeria is Possible,” the statement added.

The development comes amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with entertainers and public figures increasingly taking public positions on national politics.

Another Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, son of veteran actor Pete Edochie, is widely known as a supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Political observers expect more actors, musicians, and entertainers with large followings to openly align with political parties and presidential hopefuls as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify.