Actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo has dismissed a pre-litigation letter from the legal team of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, which demanded 5 billion Naira in damages for alleged defamation.
Okonkwo suggested that if the former Anambra State governor requires campaign funding, he should make a direct personal request rather than attempting to secure funds through legal means.
The letter of demands follows a television appearance on Channels Television’s “Sunrise Daily” program on Monday, June 8, 2026, where Okonkwo alleged that House of Representatives aspirants were coerced into paying a 10 million Naira bribe under Obi’s watch.
In response, Obi’s lawyers, led by Chief Alex Ejesieme, SAN, issued a letter dated June 9, 2026, accusing Okonkwo of making false and malicious claims, demanding a public apology, and threatening a multi-billion Naira lawsuit.
Reacting to the development, Okonkwo asked Obi to come out plain if he needs money for campaigns.
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