Kenneth Okonkwo, the former spokesman for the Labour Party (LP) Presidential Campaign Council, announced his resignation from the party. This move has prompted a strong response from the party’s leadership, who accused him of being a mole within their ranks.
Okonkwo’s departure on Sunday follows ongoing internal conflicts and leadership issues that have been causing turmoil within the party. He expressed his disillusionment with the party’s direction and specifically targeted the LP presidential candidate, Peter Obi, questioning his ability to lead Nigeria effectively.
“Nigeria needs a decisive leader who is selfless enough to secure victory,” Okonkwo stated.
Reacting to these developments, Obiora Ifoh, the National Publicity Secretary of LP, stated that Okonkwo’s resignation was not unexpected. Ifoh labeled Okonkwo as a mole, alleging that his departure was a planned move.
“Kenneth Okonkwo’s resignation from the Labour Party didn’t come to us as a surprise,” Ifoh said. “We also think that his attack on the party’s leader, Peter Obi, is rather unfortunate. However, we will continue not to dignify him with any response as we understand that his attention-craving attitude knows no bounds.”
Ifoh also highlighted a pattern of recent resignations from the party, noting that former key members, such as the ex-Director General of the party’s presidential campaign, Doyin Okupe, and an ex-deputy Director General, had also left the LP and rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“Needless to say, Nigeria is not in want of political jesters and jobbers whose stomachs are their gods,” Ifoh added. He assured that the Labour Party remains unshaken by Okonkwo’s departure and wished him well in his future endeavors, whether in acting, law practice, or politics.
Ifoh also warned that the party is aware of other individuals acting as moles within the party, attempting to instigate further crises. He urged these individuals to leave before being exposed and expelled from the party.
Despite the internal strife and coordinated attacks, Ifoh reaffirmed the Labour Party’s unwavering support for Peter Obi as their leader and presidential candidate for the 2027 election. He expressed confidence that Obi’s leadership will bring about a new Nigeria, emphasizing the continued trust and support from Nigerian youths and the “Obidients.”
“Nigerians spoke loudly in 2023 and they will speak even louder come 2027,” Ifoh concluded.
