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The Digest

In a shift that could impact coalition strategies for the upcoming 2027 elections, former Labour Party stalwart Kenneth Okonkwo reveals plans to back a northern candidate. He stresses the need for competence and widespread support within the region.


Key Points:
  • Kenneth Okonkwo, ex-Labour Party member, announces support for a northern presidential candidate in 2027.
  • He emphasizes that the candidate must have national appeal and competency.
  • Okonkwo is part of a political coalition now allied with the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
  • He is open to supporting figures like Atiku Abubakar or Aminu Tambuwal, if the North unites behind them.
  • Okonkwo’s stance on power rotation reflects Alex Ekwueme's 24-year rotational presidency model.
  • His statement signals a potential shift in the Labour Party’s future direction.
  • Okonkwo’s endorsement depends on the candidate’s qualifications and leadership background.

Okonkwo’s endorsement of a northern presidential candidate reflects a significant shift in his political stance and could reshape alliances ahead of the 2027 election.


Sources: Pulse, Channels TV, Vanguard