He Said He Has So Many Hidden Things About Me – Peter Obi Explains Why He Sued Kenneth Okonkwo 

Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi has explained his decision to take legal action against his former political ally, Kenneth Okonkwo.

Obi spoke during an interview with Chude Jideonwo, where he said the court case was not aimed at stopping criticism or preventing people from expressing their opinions.

Naija News reports that he said the purpose of the lawsuit was to ensure that claims made publicly are backed with evidence.

According to Obi, when a person says they have hidden or damaging information about someone else, such claims should be properly presented and investigated instead of being left as public statements that could affect the person’s image.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate said public figures must also be responsible for the statements they make, especially when such remarks involve another person’s reputation.

Obi explained that his decision to sue Okonkwo followed comments in which the former spokesperson claimed he had information about him that could be revealed if he was challenged or taken to court.

He 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.

“If someone claims to have damaging or hidden information about another person, such allegations should either be proven or withdrawn.”