In a recent interview on Channels TV, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, discussed issues relating to religion and political representation in Nigeria. He argued that religious balance remains an important consideration in a multi-faith society and should be taken into account by political parties.
Okonkwo said Nigeria’s diversity requires leaders to adopt approaches that promote inclusion and national cohesion. He maintained that political decisions should reflect the country’s religious and ethnic composition to strengthen public confidence in governance.
Speaking during the interview, Okonkwo stated, “Presently, the APC has a Muslim-Muslim ticket, but we are almost 100% Christian—about 99.9%.” He made the comment while explaining his views on the political preferences of many people in the South-East.
According to Okonkwo, religious considerations continue to influence political discussions across different parts of the country. He argued that many voters pay close attention to how parties balance religious and regional interests when presenting candidates for elective offices.
He further stated that his comments reflected his personal political assessment and emphasized that Nigerians should remain committed to peaceful democratic participation regardless of differing political opinions. He also encouraged continued dialogue on issues affecting national unity and representation.
He concluded by expressing hope that future elections would strengthen Nigeria’s democracy through inclusive leadership, mutual respect among diverse groups, and policies that serve the interests of all citizens…See_More
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