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In a recent statement, seasoned Nollywood actor, legal expert, and politician Kenneth Okonkwo expressed concerns regarding former presidential hopeful Peter Obi‘s potential departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), emphasizing that such a move would cast doubt on his political motives.
During an appearance on Channels Television, Okonkwo addressed rumors suggesting that Obi might leave the party if he does not secure its presidential nomination. He cautioned that this decision could be perceived negatively, particularly amidst the ongoing discussions for opposition coalition.
“Leaving the ADC at this point would essentially make one a political nomad,” Okonkwo remarked, implying that switching allegiances during coalition negotiations could damage one’s credibility.
He further stated that any candidate exiting the ADC amidst internal party talks might be viewed as having compromised their political integrity.
Okonkwo also warned that such a departure could be seen as inadvertently supporting President Bola Tinubu, at a critical time when opposition leaders are striving to preserve unity for upcoming electoral contests.
“Anybody that goes out of the coalition is compromised and is working for Tinubu, whoever that person is,” he said.
The ADC has recently been part of wider opposition realignment talks involving several major political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Minister Chibuike Amaechi, all of whom are reportedly interested in the party’s presidential ticket or coalition arrangement.
While Obi remains a key contender for the ADC ticket, Atiku has previously stated that he would support whoever emerges through consensus or primaries.