A fresh political controversy has erupted as Kenneth Okonkwo levels serious allegations against Peter Obi, accusing the former Labour Party presidential candidate of allegedly working with certain elements within the NDC to extort party aspirants through the collection of huge sums of money in exchange for political nominations. The claims have sparked intense reactions across social media, particularly among Obi’s supporters, who view the accusations as politically motivated. In response, Peter Obi’s legal team has demanded an immediate retraction and public apology from Okonkwo, warning of a ₦5 billion defamation lawsuit if he fails to comply. However, the actor-turned-politician has stood by his statements, insisting that any legal action against him could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information from his time as one of Obi’s close political associates. As the dispute escalates, many Nigerians are closely watching for the next chapter in what is becoming a major political showdown
