The spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Kenneth Okonkwo, has denied reports that he opposed the selection of former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi as the party’s vice-presidential candidate.
He also said Atiku recognised his value despite his past criticisms, while accusing his former principal and Nigeria Democratic Congress 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, of betraying him.
Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, Okonkwo said his earlier comments regarding the vice-presidential slot were a geopolitical position rather than opposition to Amaechi personally.
“I do not know where you got that from,” Okonkwo said when asked if he still opposed Amaechi’s emergence as Atiku’s running mate.
Expressing support for the party’s decision, he added: “First and foremost, he is the choice of the party and everybody that is a loyal party member.”
