Okonkwo Warns Obi of Losing South-East Support for 2027

Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, stated that Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, may face challenges in securing support across the South-East region as the 2027 elections approach. Okonkwo criticized Obi's campaign slogan, describing it as "abominable" to Igbo culture, arguing that it contradicts the principles of collective progress.

He referenced historical political alliances, noting that Igbo leaders like Nnamdi Azikiwe and Alex Ekwueme embraced alliances rather than exclusionary politics. Okonkwo also mentioned recent defections, including that of former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso to the ADC, and accused politicians of avoiding primary elections out of fear.

He asserted that Obi's support has become "toxic" and expressed disillusionment with Obi's 2023 presidential campaign, which he felt did not secure a victory for the South-East. Okonkwo's comments were made during an interview on Channel Television.