JUST IN: Amid N8bn Lawsuit From Peter Obi, Atiku Appoints Kenneth Okonkwo As Spokesperson
The 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has appointed veteran Nollywood actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, as his spokesperson for the election.
The Genius Media Nigeria reports that Okonkwo confirmed this in a post on 𝕏 in the early hours of Thursday, 2nd July.
The actor turned lawyer, who had in the aftermath of the emergence of Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate, vowed not to support the former Vice President over an alleged marginalization of the southeast, said the matter has been resolved, and the interests of the South-East have been discussed and guaranteed within the existing challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026, and the realities on the ground.
Okonkwo added that his appointment by Atiku shows that the former Vice President always opts for dialogue rather than pick offence against any of his associates for expressing genuine reservations about any action taken.
“I give God all the glory to be appointed by His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar, as his Spokesperson. I thank HE AA for the immense confidence reposed in me.
“This appointment speaks volume of the democratic credentials of HE AA. Rather than pick offence against any of his associates for expressing genuine reservations of any action taken, HE AA always opts for dialogue and compromise that will engender solution to problems.
“At a dialogue with HE AA and other well-meaning members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the interests of the South-East have been discussed and guaranteed within the existing challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026, and the realities on the ground.
“I extend special thanks to my brother and friend, Dr Kashim Imam CFR, for his kind and special intervention and counsel, which revealed a special place for all Nigerians, irrespective of place of origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, or cultural affiliations, in the emerging political scenario.
“My gratitude extends to Mr Ralphs Nwosu, former National Chairman of ADC, for his continuous sacrifice, which has assisted in consolidating the ADC to face the numerous challenges put in its way since the formation of the coalition.
“My regards to Dr Ekene Onwuka, SSA to HE AA on Special Duties, for his efforts towards raising a formidable team to ensure the election of HE AA come 2027.
“My sincere gratitude to my family, fans, and friends for their support and prayers which God answered in covering my errors and colouring my efforts to pave way for this appointment. I still covet your prayers for wisdom, courage, provision, and protection needed to carry out this challenging post which will usher in a glorious and great Nigeria.
“Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Okonkwo wrote.
