As political parties begin early positioning for the 2027 general elections, the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party, led by Julius Abure, has made it clear that the party is not involved in any coalition discussions.
This clarification comes amid reports that opposition leaders, including Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have been engaging in talks aimed at forming a formidable alliance to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next electoral cycle.
Briefing journalists after the party’s NEC meeting in Abuja, Abure noted that LP under his leadership would not surrender its leadership under any guise.
“NEC declared that the Party is not and will not be part of any coalition towards the 2027 General Election. The Party will rather continue to rebuild, reposition, re-strategise, reconcile, strengthen, drive its programs and policies, win more members towards winning the 2027 General Elections,” a communique issued by the party read.
“NEC expressed its commitment to continue to seek peace and reconciliation within the ranks of the Party and again extends an olive branch to all aggrieved members of the party to sheath their swords in the overall interest of the Party and our dear Nation.
“NEC reiterated its belief in the Nation’s Democracy and the party’s commitment to its growth and deepening as the only means to national development.”
In addition, Abure announced the establishment of a disciplinary committee to address allegations of misconduct involving Abia State Governor Alex Otti and other members deemed to have acted against party interests.
He also praised the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the party’s leadership dispute, stating that it sets the record straight on the matter.
What you should know
The Labour Party, under Julius Abure’s leadership, has officially ruled out participating in any coalition for the 2027 elections. Instead, the party is focused on internal restructuring and unity, while reinforcing its stance as an independent political force.
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