NGFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar has appointed Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as his spokesperson. This follows Okonkwo's earlier criticism of the ADC's choice of a vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, which he claimed risked further marginalizing the South-East region. In a statement, Okonkwo expressed gratitude for the appointment and highlighted Atiku's leadership style, emphasizing dialogue and compromise. He noted that discussions with Atiku and other ADC leaders addressed concerns about the South-East's interests amid challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026. The ADC later selected former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi as the vice-presidential candidate.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the appointment, focusing on Okonkwo's role and his previous criticisms without overtly favoring any political faction. It includes quotes from Okonkwo and mentions the ADC's response, maintaining neutrality in framing the event.
