BREAKING: Labour Party Rules Out 2027 Coalition Plan

The Julius Abure-led Labour Party has announced it will not join any political coalition ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

National Chairman Julius Abure made this declaration during a press briefing following the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held Monday in Abuja.

The NEC resolutions, jointly signed by Abure and National Secretary Alhaji Farouk Ibrahim, emphasized the party’s independent stance and reaffirmed its leadership structure.

Abure stated, “NEC in session reiterates that the Labour Party will not be part of any coalition for the 2027 general election.”

He explained the decision was informed by the impact of the party’s 2023 electoral efforts.

“NEC believes the 2023 coalition was more impactful than any other. We will rebuild, reconcile, and consolidate the gains of that election,” he said.

Abure emphasized the Labour Party’s distinct ideological position.

“The Labour Party is ideologically distinct, with programs and a philosophy that address Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges.

“We therefore cannot align with politically spent forces who previously mismanaged the nation’s resources and opportunities.”

The NEC meeting was attended by members of the National Working Committee, national officers, and Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, the party’s 2023 vice presidential candidate.

Addressing internal party issues, Abure condemned a parallel meeting held by a faction of the party at Transcorp Hilton on Friday, July 18, labelling it unconstitutional.

“NEC disassociates from the meeting’s outcomes, including the renaming of the illegal Umuahia Caretaker Committee as an Interim National Working Committee.

“Illegality cannot be legitimised by rebranding. The so-called Interim NWC remains unlawful,” he asserted.

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Citing Article 14(4)(B) of the Labour Party Constitution, Abure stressed that only the National Secretary, with the Chairman’s approval, has the authority to convene official meetings.

He also refuted claims of a leadership vacuum, noting the party’s National Convention was successfully held on March 27 in Nnewi and was affirmed by the Supreme Court on April 4.

“The Supreme Court validated the convention through its ruling delivered on April 4,” he said.

Abure called on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmoud Yakubu, to respect the Supreme Court’s ruling and legal interpretations.

“Based on this, NEC urges the public to disregard the so-called meeting and its resolutions.

“NEC reaffirms confidence in the Julius Abure-led National Working Committee and calls for continued loyalty to party leadership,” he stated.

Additionally, NEC approved the conduct of congresses at the state, local government, and ward levels, in accordance with the party constitution and relevant laws.

Abure also commended Senator Baba-Ahmed for his continued support and for declaring his intention to contest in the 2027 elections.