THE Labour Party (LP) has formally recognised Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, as its national leader while wishing its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, well following his decision to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The party’s National Secretary, Darlington Nwokocha, disclosed this in a communiqué issued after a meeting of the National Working Committee (NWC), where members deliberated on issues affecting the party’s stability, growth, and strategic direction.
According to the communiqué, the NWC unanimously affirmed Governor Otti as the party’s national leader and expressed goodwill toward Obi in his future political pursuits.
The party also announced its recognition of former Finance Minister, Nenadi Usman, as the national chairman of the Labour Party.
It reiterated the Supreme Court judgment of April 4, 2025, which ruled that the tenure of Julius Abure as national chairman had expired, and urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to accord Usman and Nwokocha full recognition in line with the court’s decision.
LP further stated that all party congresses and its national convention would be conducted strictly in accordance with the party’s constitution, encouraging members nationwide to actively participate in the process.
Thanking party members and Nigerians for their continued support, the NWC reaffirmed that the Labour Party remains united and committed to building a Nigeria anchored on equal opportunity, social justice, and good governance.