The Digest:
The spokesperson for the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party, Obiora Ifoh, has accused the party's 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, of becoming "anti-democratic" following the election, leading to his defection to the African Democratic Congress. Ifoh stated that Obi attempted to undemocratically remove the party's leadership and failed to support the party financially throughout the campaign.
Key Points:
- LP spokesperson Obiora Ifoh accuses Peter Obi of becoming "anti-democratic" after the 2023 election.
- He alleges Obi tried to forcefully remove the party's elected executives before their tenure ended.
- Ifoh claims Obi provided no financial support to the party during the presidential campaign.
- The party funded its activities through sales of nomination forms, with 70% given for free.
- Ifoh dismisses the influence of the Obidient movement, stating they were loyal to Obi, not the party.
- He asserts the Labour Party has "been liberated" by Obi's departure to the ADC.
- Ifoh criticizes Obi for now coalescing with "men of yesterday" he once campaigned against.
- He maintains that the party's strength existed before Obi and will continue after his exit.
Sources: Punch Newspapers
