Okonkwo alleges Peter Obi betrayed him after joining Atiku's team

Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, claims former Anambra governor Peter Obi betrayed him, barely 24 hours after Atiku Abubakar appointed him as spokesman. Speaking on Channels TV's Politics Today on Thursday, Okonkwo said he publicly ended ties with Obi in July 2024 after concluding the Labour Party presidential candidate lacked decisiveness to lead Nigeria.

Okonkwo, a Nollywood veteran turned politician, stated he had served as a public affairs analyst since 2009 and ceased supporting Obi when he determined Obi was unfit for the presidency. The appointment comes amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections, with Okonkwo previously criticizing Obi's suitability for office.

This development highlights tensions between ADC and Labour Party figures as both parties position for the next electoral cycle. Okonkwo's switch from supporting Obi to representing Atiku signals shifting alliances in opposition politics. Political analysts suggest such moves reflect calculations about electoral viability rather than personal relationships.

With the 2027 presidential race heating up, Nigerians should watch how these political realignments affect policy positions and coalition building. Does this kind of party switching influence your trust in political leaders, or do you focus more on policy proposals and track records?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/02/atiku-saw-value-in-me-peter-obi-betrayed-me-kenneth-okonkwo/