Kenneth Okonkwo Hit With Fresh N5bn Suit Over Alleged Bribery Claims Against NDC Aspirants

A fresh legal battle has emerged involving actor-turned-politician and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, following another ₦5 billion suit over allegations linked to the nomination process of aspirants in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The suit was reportedly filed by former Achike Udenwa in response to comments allegedly made by Okonkwo concerning financial dealings within the party’s internal processes.

The controversy follows an earlier legal threat by NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who demanded ₦5 billion in damages and a public retraction over statements Okonkwo allegedly made during a televised interview. Obi’s legal team described the allegations as false, defamatory and damaging to his reputation.

The dispute centres on claims that certain aspirants seeking legislative tickets were asked to make financial payments during the party’s nomination process.

However, one of the aspirants reportedly denied that Obi personally received any funds, maintaining that payments made were directed into the party’s official account.

Okonkwo has publicly dismissed the legal threat and indicated he is prepared to defend his position if the matter proceeds to court.

The development adds another layer to the increasingly public fallout between former political allies ahead of the build-up to the 2027 election cycle.