Speaking during an interview with Chude on Wednesday July 8, 2026, Peter Obi addressed the reason why he’s suing his former political ally, Kenneth Okonkwo saying his decision was prompted by public remarks allegedly made by Okonkwo about possessing undisclosed information concerning him.

According to Obi, the lawsuit is not intended to silence criticism but to compel his former associate to substantiate the claims he has made publicly. Obi stated that if someone claims to have damaging or hidden information about another person, such allegations should either be proven or withdrawn.

He argued that public figures should be held to a standard of accountability, especially when making statements that could affect another person’s reputation.

Explaining his position, Obi said, “Kenneth Okonkwo said he has so many hidden things about me, that if he’s provoked or sued he will bring them out, and that is why I am suing him, to bring those things out.”

The former Anambra State governor suggested that the legal process provides the appropriate avenue for such claims to be examined. He maintained that if the allegations exist, they should be presented openly and subjected to scrutiny rather than remaining as public insinuations.

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