As its recently established National Working Committee (NWC) takes office, the Labour Party has hinted at new efforts to strengthen ties within its ranks by offering an olive branch to disgruntled members, including Julius Abure.
Speaking at the first meeting of the Senator Nenadi Usman-led NWC on Thursday in Abuja, Alex Otti, the governor of Abia State and leader of the party, expressed confidence in the committee’s ability to guide the party forward.
Otti claimed that the meeting, which was physically attended by the majority of the new executive, signalling a successful beginning for the leadership, which he claimed had been given a four-year mandate.
According to him, the new leadership has the ability to build on prior successes and set the party up for important upcoming events like primaries and general elections.
He claims that the party’s ongoing efforts at reconciliation are already paying off, as evidenced by the attendance of a number of stakeholders at the most recent national convention, including former state chairmen.
The governor stated that the party is still dedicated to bolstering its internal structures and giving candidates a strong platform in anticipation of the 2027 general elections.
“Building a credible platform for Nigerians is our focus, as Nigeria’s political space is highly competitive,” he stated.
Otti insisted that the LP maintains its independence in making decisions, rejecting claims that the party was influenced by the ruling All Progressives Congress.
As part of its larger plan to increase its political influence, he continued, the party would field candidates in upcoming elections, including the presidential poll.
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