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Alleged fraud: Peter Obi officially serves Kenneth Okonkwo

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2 months ago

June 25, 2026

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Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, has officially served a writ of summons on actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo in a defamation suit filed at the High Court of Anambra State, Onitsha Judicial Division.

According to court documents dated June 25, 2026, Obi is seeking N8 billion in damages over statements allegedly made by Okonkwo during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on June 8, 2026, and subsequently circulated on social media platforms.

The legal action is being pursued on Obi’s behalf by Chief Alex Ejesieme (SAN) of Alex Ejesieme, SAN & Co. (Madiba Chambers), Awka, Anambra State.

DAILY POST reports that case stems from a growing dispute between the two former political allies, who have recently exchanged criticisms over political developments and leadership issues within the opposition movement.

The writ, issued by the court and marked for service outside Anambra State in neighbouring Enugu State, directs Okonkwo to enter an appearance within 42 days of being served or risk judgment being entered against him in his absence.

In the suit, Obi contends that comments made by Okonkwo during the television interview, which was later uploaded to Channels Television’s YouTube platform and amplified through his verified social media accounts, were false, malicious and defamatory.

The former Anambra State governor is claiming N5 billion as general damages for alleged injury to his reputation, character, integrity, public image, political standing and goodwill.

He is also seeking N2 billion as aggravated damages, citing what he described as the breadth, persistence and repetition of the alleged defamatory statements, including publications made after his lawyers issued a demand letter dated June 9, 2026.

In addition, Obi is asking the court to award N1 billion in exemplary damages, arguing that the defendant deliberately repeated and amplified the allegations despite being notified of his complaint.

Beyond monetary compensation, the plaintiff is seeking several court orders, including a directive compelling Okonkwo to publish a full retraction and apology on Channels Television, its YouTube platform, his social media accounts and in three national newspapers.

Obi is also requesting an order directing the defendant to remove all publications containing the disputed allegations from platforms under his control and a perpetual injunction restraining him from making similar allegations in the future.

The suit further seeks post-judgment interest on any monetary award granted by the court, as well as the costs of the action.

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2027: Why most govs seeking reelection will be disappointed – Kwankwaso

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August 17, 2026

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has hinted that most state governors seeking reelection would be disappointed.

Kwankwaso disclosed that most Nigerians won’t support some of these state governors seeking reelection in 2027.

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Wike’s Rainbow Coalition assures members of no victimisation

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August 17, 2026

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The Reconciliation Committee of the Rainbow Coalition has assured members of the political family that none of them will be victimised or discriminated against because of past political disagreements.

This comes as efforts continue to restore peace and unity in Rivers State political space.

The committee gave the assurance on Sunday after meeting with Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, at the Government House, Port Harcourt, for the second time in about two weeks.

It said all members would be treated equally and with respect under the ongoing reconciliation process, regardless of their previous political differences.

The chairman of the committee, Senator Magnus Abe, said the meeting was convened to enable the previously estranged political leaders to discuss modalities for achieving peace and reconciliation.

Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Abe said the committee had held several engagements to develop a framework for members of the political family to work together.

He said the explanation was necessary to enable Rivers people to understand the direction of the reconciliation efforts and what the development could mean for the state.

“I’m sure that Rivers people will be very curious to understand exactly what we have been talking about.

“So, I know that this will be very good news for all Rivers people who are interested in the unity, progress and prosperity of Rivers State.

“We are all in agreement and we have made very good progress.

“Our coming together signals a significant shift in the political atmosphere of the state and we believe that all well-meaning Rivers people will be very happy to see that finally, the peace that all Rivers people crave for is here,” he said.

The Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, South-South Zone, Dr Samuel Nwanosike, who was part of the delegation, thanked Governor Fubara for allowing the committee to meet with him and engage in discussions as brothers.

Nwanosike stated that both meetings held by the committee have been successful.

He added that the success of the meetings, “shows clearly to the people of Rivers State that the family is back; sincerely back and soon, they will see the working of the Rainbow Coalition.”

He also assured the people of the state that the Rainbow Coalition will deliver the dividends of democracy.

Also speaking, another stakeholder, Chief Ambrose Nwuzi, said members of the group who believe in Governor Fubara had agreed to embrace peace, stressing that there was no better alternative to reconciliation.

He described the disagreements of the past as a normal occurrence in any human society.

Other members of the delegation included the governorship candidate of the APC in Rivers State, Kingsley Ogundu Chinda, among others.

The committee was constituted by the Rainbow Coalition, led by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, after Governor Fubara announced his return to his former political family.

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Incumbency does not guarantee electoral victory – ADC tells APC

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August 17, 2026

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State has expressed optimism that it will defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections and form the next government in the state.

The ADC State Chairman, Dr Sani Muhammad Gumel, stated this while addressing journalists, saying the APC’s control of government would not stop the opposition party from winning the election.

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