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In an interview on Arise TV, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, the continuing argument between Peter Obi and Kenneth Okonkwo was discussed by Eunice Atuejide, a former presidential candidate of the National Interest Party and current member of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).
The claims levelled by Okonkwo against Obi and the reasons for their public dispute were the main points of discussion.
Atuejide claimed that some political players change their stances for personal gain rather than principle, casting doubt on the veracity of the accusations made against Obi.
By comparing Okonkwo’s present comments with his support for Obi in the 2023 election cycle, she hoped to draw attention to the significant shift in tone and ask pertinent questions.
Speaking during the interview, Atuejide stated, “Tomorrow, he is going to start saying good things about Obi if Obi gives him money.”
She made the remark while discussing what she believed to be the underlying reasons for Okonkwo’s public attacks on the former Anambra State governor.
Atuejide claims that Peter Obi has a reputation for not using appointments or financial incentives to reward political loyalty. Instead of expecting personal benefit, she stated that many of Obi’s supporters stay loyal to him due to similar ideas about national growth and governance.
She went on to say that true believers in a political cause’s ideals and goals are the ones that really rally behind it.
Politicians, in her opinion, damage their credibility when they constantly shift their viewpoints in response to popular opinion.
According to Atuejide, Obi is a leader whose care for Nigeria’s future motivates his political actions. She maintained that his vision for the country is what keeps many of his employees coming back for more, even when things go tough.
She summed up by asking Nigerians to think critically about political charges and the credibility of the people making them. Instead of letting personal complaints or material aspirations drive public discourse, she argues that facts and ideals should take center stage.
