2027: Any vote for Peter Obi is vote for Tinubu – Kenneth Okonkwo

Author: Kenneth OkonkwoPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2027: Any vote for Peter Obi is vote for Tinubu – Kenneth Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), says any vote for Peter Obi in 2027 is a vote for President Bola Tinubu. He warns voters against supporting the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), arguing that such a vote would only strengthen Tinubu's candidacy. This statement comes amid discussions about political alliances ahead of the 2027 Nigerian presidential election.

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