In Lafia, Nasarawa State, a group of Labour Party chairmen from the North Central zone has drawn a bold line in the sand. Declaring unwavering loyalty to Julius Abure as the party’s only National Chairman, they rebuked Peter Obi and Governor Alex Otti for allegedly fuelling division within the party. With unity faltering, the party appears to be sliding into deeper internal conflict.
The Labour Party's internal rift has deepened as chairmen from North Central Nigeria solidify support behind Julius Abure, sidelining Peter Obi and Alex Otti amid legal and political tensions.
- Labour Party chairmen from seven North Central states express full support for Julius Abure.
- They accuse Peter Obi and Alex Otti of sowing discord for personal gain.
- A disputed Supreme Court judgment has led to rival claims and parallel NEC meetings.
- Leadership tensions threaten the unity and credibility of the Labour Party.
- The party struggles to assert direction post-2023 elections amidst legal and internal divisions.
