Kenneth Okonkwo Defends Amaechi Against Wike's Claims

Kenneth Okonkwo, the spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, criticized Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, for asserting that former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi has lost his political relevance. Okonkwo contended that Wike's claims were unfounded, particularly noting that Amaechi did not contest the Rivers State governorship election against Wike in 2015.

During an appearance on Symfoni TV, Okonkwo referred to Wike as a "local champion," suggesting that Wike's political assessments of Amaechi were limited to Rivers State. He further questioned Wike's assertion of having defeated Amaechi, pointing out that Amaechi did not seek any elective office in Rivers State in 2019.

Okonkwo emphasized that Amaechi has been successful and will contribute significantly as the vice presidential candidate for Atiku Abubakar in the upcoming 2027 presidential election.