Summary: Nollywood actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo made headlines after his raw, emotional comments about President Tinubu’s administration on News Central TV. Here’s everything you need to know.
If you know Kenneth Okonkwo, you know he never bites his tongue. The popular Nollywood actor turned politician once again stepped into the ring on News Central TV on October 28, and this time, he left absolutely nothing on the table.
In what many Nigerians are already calling one of the most brutally honest political statements of the year, Okonkwo looked straight into the camera and said what a lot of ordinary Nigerians have been whispering in their kitchens, on their danfo buses, and across their WhatsApp groups:
> “I don’t know what we did to God for Tinubu to become our president. Oh God, we are sorry.”
Chai. The man said what he said.
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Kenneth Okonkwo: From Movie Screens to Political Trenches
For those who grew up watching him grace our television screens in classic Nollywood productions, seeing Kenneth Okonkwo take such a bold, confrontational stance in Nigeria’s political landscape might feel like a plot twist. But the truth is, Okonkwo has been increasingly vocal about the state of governance in Nigeria, and he has never hidden his disdain for the current Tinubu-led administration.
This latest appearance on News Central TV was no different — if anything, it turned up the heat several notches higher.
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The Frustration Is Real — And Many Nigerians Feel It
Let’s be honest with ourselves. Since President Bola Tinubu assumed office, life for the average Nigerian has not exactly been a owambe party. From the removal of the fuel subsidy that sent petrol prices through the roof, to the floating of the naira that has left the exchange rate doing gymnastics, millions of Nigerians are genuinely struggling.
When Okonkwo made his remarks, he was not just speaking as a politician scoring cheap points — he was echoing the frustration, exhaustion, and desperation that many Nigerians across the country feel every single day.
The cost of a bag of rice. School fees. Electricity bills — when there is even electricity to bill you for. It has been tough, and no amount of government spin can erase what people are experiencing in their daily lives.
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Social Media Erupts
As expected, Okonkwo’s comments did not stay quietly on News Central TV. Clips quickly made the rounds on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok, with Nigerians sharing their reactions in the most Nigerian way possible — with memes, voice notes, and very creative captions.
Some applauded him for his courage:
> “Finally, someone on TV said exactly what my mama says every morning before she goes to the market.”
Others, particularly those in the APC camp, pushed back, accusing Okonkwo of playing politics and being dramatic.
But whether you agree with him or not, one thing is clear — the conversation he sparked is one Nigeria desperately needs to be having.
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The Bigger Picture
Kenneth Okonkwo’s outburst is a symptom of a much deeper national frustration. When respected public figures — actors, professionals, educators, and everyday citizens — begin invoking the name of God to make sense of their political reality, it tells you something profound about the state of hope in the country.
Nigerians are a resilient people. We have survived military dictatorships, economic crises, and more fuel price hikes than we can count on two hands. But resilience should never be mistaken for satisfaction. The people deserve better governance, more accountability, and leaders who feel the weight of the suffering around them.
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Final Thoughts
Whether you are Team Okonkwo or you think he went too far, his words have done what good political commentary is supposed to do — they have made us stop, think, and talk.
The real question now is not whether what he said was appropriate. The real question is: What are those in power doing to make sure Nigerians no longer feel the need to apologise to God for their own government?
That is the conversation that should be happening in Aso Rock.
Drop your thoughts in the comments — do you agree with Kenneth Okonkwo, or did he miss the mark? Let’s talk.
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