Kenneth Okonkwo announces resignation from Labour Party

Former spokesperson for the Labour Party’s Presidential Campaign Council, Kenneth Okonkwo, has announced his resignation from the party, citing internal conflicts and leadership challenges.

In a statement released on Monday, Okonkwo stated that his resignation would take effect from February 25, 2025.

He expressed his desire to seek political alliances with Nigerians who share his vision for good governance.

The veteran Nollywood actor and political advocate has been a prominent figure in the Labour Party and played a vital role in its presidential campaign.

“My entrance into politics is for good governance, and I will continue to work for it to ensure that Nigeria becomes a great country of incorruptible men. This aim can no longer be realised within Labour Party as presently constituted,” he stated.

Okonkwo lamented that the party was no longer functional, making it difficult for him to continue his political journey under its platform.

“Since the party is non-existent as presently constituted, I am constrained to resign my membership of the party to all Nigerians of goodwill who supported us when we needed them most and to pledge my continued loyalty to the Nigerian people in all I will decide to do in my political future,” he added.

His resignation date coincides with the second anniversary of the 2023 presidential election, a move he said symbolizes a new beginning for his political future.