Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has appointed lawyer, actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo as his official spokesperson, a move widely seen as a significant step in strengthening his media and public engagement strategy ahead of the 2027 general election.
The appointment comes as political activities continue to gather momentum across the country, with major parties and candidates putting key structures in place ahead of what is expected to be a fiercely contested presidential election. Okonkwo, a prominent public figure known for his outspoken political views and legal background, is expected to serve as the principal voice of Atiku’s campaign, communicating the former vice president’s positions on national issues, policy proposals and election activities.
Kenneth Okonkwo has remained an active participant in Nigeria’s political landscape in recent years, earning recognition for his role in political advocacy and public discourse. His appointment is viewed by political observers as an effort by Atiku to leverage his communication skills, public appeal and experience in engaging diverse audiences as the campaign season intensifies...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
According to reports, Okonkwo will coordinate media engagements and oversee the dissemination of information relating to Atiku’s campaign, while helping to shape public messaging as preparations for the 2027 presidential election continue. His role will also involve responding to national issues, articulating the campaign’s policies and maintaining regular engagement with both traditional and digital media platforms.
The announcement marks another important development within Atiku’s political camp as alliances continue to evolve and parties intensify preparations for the next general election. With Kenneth Okonkwo now serving as spokesperson, attention is expected to shift to the campaign’s next strategic moves, including policy presentations, stakeholder engagements and nationwide mobilisation in the months leading up to the 2027 polls.
