Former ADC Chairman Ralph Nwosu Issues Live Apology Following Unsubstantiated Accusations Against Broadcaster

Former ADC chairman Ralph Nwosu retracts claims of external influence and ministerial bribes during a tense Channels TV interview. Read the full editorial report.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 10, 2026, 7:12 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Legit.ng

A Confrontation Over Unnamed Ministerial Offers

Tension reached a peak during a morning broadcast on Channels Television when former African Democratic Congress (ADC) chairman Ralph Nwosu clashed with anchor Kayode OkikiOlu. The dispute centered on allegations Nwosu first made in mid 2025, claiming that anonymous figures had offered him three ministerial slots. According to Nwosu, these offers were a deliberate attempt to discourage the ADC from participating in a burgeoning political coalition aimed at challenging the administration of Bola Tinubu in 2027.

Unsubstantiated Claims of External Influence

The interview took a sharp turn when OkikiOlu pressed the former chairman to identify the individuals behind the alleged ministerial bribes. Rather than providing names, Nwosu accused the broadcaster of acting on instructions from external interests. He specifically alleged, without presenting any proof, that a third party was texting questions directly to the anchor during the live segment. This accusation briefly derailed the discussion as the anchor demanded immediate evidence to support the claim of professional misconduct.

A Public Retraction and Apology

As the exchange intensified, Nwosu was unable to substantiate his allegations of external interference. Under continued questioning, the tone of the interview shifted from defensive to conciliatory as Nwosu withdrew his claims. He issued a direct apology to OkikiOlu on air, admitting that his accusations against the journalist's integrity were unfounded. The incident has since sparked discussions regarding the accountability of political leaders when making high stakes claims on national media platforms.