‘Obi Betrayed Me’ — Kenneth Okonkwo Reveals Why He Chooses to Work With Atiku

Kenneth Okonkwo, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has publicly shared his rationale for parting ways with former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and aligning himself with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.

In his statements, Okonkwo explained that he believes Atiku acknowledges his worth and political significance, a sentiment he feels was lacking with Obi, whom he accused of betraying his trust.

These comments were made during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, shortly after Okonkwo was appointed as spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar.

Speaking during the interview, the Nollywood actor-turned-politician revisited his fallout with Obi, stating that his concerns about the former Anambra governor had been building for some time before he eventually cut ties.

According to him, his major concern was Obi’s leadership style, which he described as lacking the firmness and decisiveness needed to govern a country like Nigeria.

Okonkwo said he had publicly distanced himself from Obi in 2024 after reaching the conclusion that the former presidential candidate did not possess the qualities needed to effectively lead the country.

He said, “As a public affairs analyst that I have been from 2009 before I ever met Peter Obi, I proceeded with my job. You were one of the earliest interviewers that interviewed me in July 2024 when I said I wasn’t speaking for him anymore because he’s not decisive.”

He further explained that his decision to publicly announce his exit was necessary to avoid any confusion regarding his political allegiance.

Okonkwo said, “I’ve seen in him certain qualities that make him unfit to be the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I made it public. By then, I had finished my job with him. But in order for the people to know that I am not speaking for him anymore, I made it public, and I went my own way, and I was doing my own job.”

The ADC chieftain also made a strong allegation against Obi, claiming the former governor betrayed him despite the support and commitment he offered during their political relationship.

In his words, “He was the one who betrayed me.”