Kenneth Okonkwo, the Nollywood actor turned politician, has announced his departure from the Labour Party (LP) and its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Okonkwo criticized Obi for being ineffective and indecisive in addressing national challenges.
Okonkwo expressed his belief that both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are currently inadequate for advancing Nigeria’s interests, alleging that they are undermining the country’s potential. He argued that Nigeria requires a strong political party with a solid grassroots foundation and a decisive leader to effectively challenge the current dominant parties.
The actor cited recent events within the Labour Party as pivotal in his decision to pursue a new political path. He criticized Obi for failing to use the opportunity to build a strong and credible party, which he believes is essential for challenging the PDP and APC. Okonkwo also expressed dismay over Obi’s public statement that he did not commit to creating a robust LP but rather to solving Nigeria’s issues, despite acknowledging the need for a strong political base.
Additionally, Okonkwo took issue with Obi’s failure to distance himself from ongoing controversies and alleged criminal activities within the Labour Party’s National Working Committee (NWC) and his lack of support for the Labour Union’s efforts to advocate for workers’ welfare.
