In a post shared on his official X account on Friday, Nwomeh questioned the basis of the lawsuit, arguing that politicians should be open to criticism and opposing views in a democratic society. He suggested that the legal action could be interpreted as an attempt to silence one of Obi's former allies.
Nwomeh described Okonkwo as one of Nigeria's most effective political communicators and maintained that public figures should be willing to tolerate criticism, even when it is harsh.
Questioning the rationale behind the lawsuit, Nwomeh wrote, "But what exactly did Okonkwo say that provoked Obi to the point of seeking to gag him through litigation?"
He called on the former Anambra governor to withdraw the case in the interest of promoting democratic values and freedom of expression.
The comments come amid the ongoing public disagreement between Obi and Okonkwo, who was once a key spokesperson for Obi's presidential campaign but has since become one of his vocal critics.
Their dispute has generated widespread political debate, with supporters of both men expressing differing views over the legal action.
As of the time of filing this report, Peter Obi has not publicly responded to Nwomeh's remarks. The lawsuit remains a subject of public discussion, with legal and political observers closely monitoring developments.
The case has further highlighted the growing tensions within the opposition political landscape, as prominent figures continue to exchange allegations and counter-allegations ahead of the 2027 political season.
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