African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo says Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi had a rare opportunity to become president but “squandered” it. Okonkwo makes the comments in an interview on the Selah Meditate Podcast, where he is asked to assess President Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar and Obi.
Across both reports, Okonkwo argues that Nigerians were unusually willing to support Obi and grant him political power without the “usual struggle” or conventional incentives people typically expect during elections. He compares this to a free gift, saying that no system provides success without effort, and that achieving political outcomes requires sacrifices and perseverance to retain an opportunity. The two outlets present his remarks as criticism of Obi’s actions rather than a direct assessment of policy details. Neither report cites specific events or evidence beyond Okonkwo’s general assessment and quotes.
The coverage differs mainly in phrasing and framing: each headline attributes the same view to Okonkwo, while the accompanying text focuses on the “opportunity” narrative and the claim that Obi failed to meet the demands required to hold onto support.
