Kenneth Okonkwo, former spokesperson for the Labour Party, met with Atiku Abubakar to discuss Nigeria’s political cooperation. Okonkwo, who resigned from the Labour Party due to dissatisfaction with its direction under Peter Obi, expressed the need for unity among Nigerians. His meeting with Abubakar has sparked speculation regarding his political future, although he has not announced any immediate changes in party affiliation.
Kenneth Okonkwo, the former spokesperson for the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Organisation, recently met with Atiku Abubakar, who was the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the last election. Okonkwo, who transitioned from acting to politics and was a prominent supporter of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, shared insights from their consultative meeting via his Instagram account on Saturday.
In his post, Okonkwo remarked, “It’s a privilege and honour to be invited by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar for a consultative meeting on how best to chart a new course for our beloved country.” He emphasized the urgent need for cooperation among Nigerians, asserting that unified efforts are critical for Nigeria to reclaim its trajectory towards greatness.
This meeting follows Okonkwo’s resignation from the Labour Party, citing Obi’s inability to transform the party into a strong political entity capable of effectively challenging the current ruling class. Okonkwo expressed dissatisfaction with the state of Nigerian leadership, referring to it as dominated by “kakistocrats and kleptocrats,” and advocated for the establishment of a robust grassroots political party to oust ineffective leaders.
After the 2023 elections, Okonkwo had initially been optimistic about the Labour Party’s potential and Obi’s leadership. However, he later expressed disappointment, stating, “I believed that Peter Obi would seize the momentum and build a solid party of integrity… However, I continued in his defence believing he would still privately bring the needed solution to LP problems, (but) to no avail.”
Despite his past criticisms of the Labour Party, Okonkwo has indicated that he does not plan to join either the PDP or APC at this time. Nevertheless, he remains open to discussions with other like-minded individuals regarding his political future. The recent meeting with Atiku has generated speculation on social media about possible alliances or changes in Okonkwo’s political affiliation, though he has yet to make any definitive announcements.
Kenneth Okonkwo’s recent meeting with Atiku Abubakar highlights his ongoing commitment to fostering political collaboration in Nigeria. Despite his criticisms of the Labour Party and Peter Obi, Okonkwo’s openness to dialogue signals potential shifts in his political journey. As he navigates his next steps, the increasing interest in his political future continues to evoke speculation among observers. Overall, Okonkwo emphasizes the necessity of unified efforts among Nigerians to restore the nation’s greatness, signaling his dedication to improving the political landscape in Nigeria.
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