What Peter Obi said after Kenneth Okonkwo's official exit from Labour Party

• Peter Obi said he has seen Kenneth Okonkwo's open letter in which the latter expressed differing views on the crisis within the Labour Party
• Obi, a presidential hopeful, said he also sighted various responses to Okonkwo's trending letter
• Amid the discord within the Labour Party, Obi preached a message of unity, respect, and civility

Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering Nigeria's governance, politics, and elections.

FCT, Abuja - Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, on Monday, July 29, declared that estranged LP chieftain, Barrister Kenneth Okonkwo remains his “brother and trusted ally”.

In a statement he personally signed and shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, Obi “sternly” warned against referring to him as a mole or making any negative remarks.

Peter Obi says disgruntled LP chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, remains his man
Source: Twitter

Obi holds no grudge towards Kenneth Okonkwo

According to the LP leader, Okonkwo “has stood by me through thick and thin, and his loyalty and commitment cannot be overstated or diminished”.

Obi wrote:

“Disagreements and differing opinions are a natural part of any group, society, or movement, and it is essential to maintain a level of respect and decorum even when we disagree.“Having differing views does not make someone an enemy, and it is crucial to engage in constructive dialogue rather than resorting to personal attacks or negative remarks."

Furthermore, the former Anambra state governor urged “all believers of a New Nigeria” to remain strong, resilient, and focused, and to refrain from discouragement or negative remarks towards Okonkwo.

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Balami dumps Labour Party, returns to APC

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Isaac Balami dumped the LP and returned to his former party, the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Balami, a former national deputy campaign manager for Obi/Yusuf Datti in the 2023 presidential election, announced his decision at a media parley in Abuja.

Source: Legit.ng