fbpx
Connect with us

Politics

Peter Obi Planning To Dump Labour Party, Unite With El-Rufai In SDP To Challenge Tinubu – Bwala

Peter Obi planning to dump Labour Party (LP), unite with El-Rufai in SDP to challenge Tinubu in the 2027 election according to Bwala.

Published

on

Leave Labour Party
Peter Obi

Peter Obi planning to dump Labour Party (LP), unite with El-Rufai in SDP to challenge Tinubu in the 2027 election.

Daniel Bwala. thef ormer spokesperson for the Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organisation has said the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 Presidential Election, Peter Obi, is planning to leave the Labour Party and join a former Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

VerseNews reports that Bwala, who made the allegation in a post on his X handle on Friday.

He explained that Obi plan to leave his present party is due to the current crisis in the party with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) threatening to take over the party.

Advertisement

Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State in the Southeast region, joined the LP in May 2023 in the buildup to the 2023 general elections following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Bwala, a member of the PDP who has declared support for President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), wrote on his X handle, “Peter Obi @PeterObi allegedly planning to unite with El-rufai @elrufai in Social Democratic Party as Nigerian Labour Congress set to take ownership and custody of their political party, the @NgLabour.

“Recall that there was a judgment of court that states that Nigeria Labour Congress owns Labour Party. NLC is now prepared to take custody of that party.

“Twist and turns in the coming days. But all that will not give sleepless night to @officialABAT who himself has his magic wands to wield.”

Advertisement

Bwala post on X

This Online News platform learnt that El-Rufai was spotted at the national secretariat of the Social Democratic Party in Abuja on Wednesday.

The APC chieftain was seen in a viral video on social media paying a consultation visit to the national chairman of the SDP, Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam.

However, during the meeting, someone was heard cautioning those taking photographs against leaking the pictures of the visit on social media, but El-Rufai said, ‘I don’t care’.

SaharaReporters had reported how the Nigerian Senate failed to confirm the nomination of El-Rufai as a minister of the country last August.

Advertisement

After the seven-day of screening of the 49 ministerial nominees sent to it for screening by President Bola Tinubu, the Senate did not also confirm the appointment of the former Deputy Governor of Taraba State and a ministerial nominee from the state, Senator Abubakar Danladi.

Also not confirmed by the Upper Chamber was one of the ministerial nominees from Delta State, Stella Okotete.

According to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Senate did not clear the three because of security reports that must be cleared.

WhatsAppCOnnect

Stay ahead with VerseNews. Get the latest breaking news, insightful analysis, and trending stories. Your go-to source for timely updates and unbiased reporting.

Advertisement
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

WATCH: Nigeria Newspaper Headline Today

Apply For Latest Job Openings

Trending

'My Wife's Ring Can Buy 2 Or 3 Rolls Royce' - Davido Brags As Chioma Flaunts $1 Million Diamond Ring (Video) 'My Wife's Ring Can Buy 2 Or 3 Rolls Royce' - Davido Brags As Chioma Flaunts $1 Million Diamond Ring (Video)
Entertainment6 months ago

‘My Wife’s Ring Can Buy 2 Or 3 Rolls Royce’ – Davido Brags As Chioma Flaunts $1 Million Diamond Ring (Video)

Nigerian Afrobeat star Davido and his fiancée Chioma Rowland, who are set to wed on June 25th, made headlines as...

Labour Party Leadership Crisis Resolved As Abure and Apapa Factions Unite Labour Party Leadership Crisis Resolved As Abure and Apapa Factions Unite
Politics6 months ago

BREAKING: Labour Party Leadership Crisis Resolved As Abure and Apapa Factions Unite

The Labour Party's leadership crisis has ended as factions led by Julius Abure and Lamidi Apapa reconciled to present a...

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerians To Start Using Three-In-One National Identity Card Soon EXCLUSIVE: Nigerians To Start Using Three-In-One National Identity Card Soon
News6 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerians To Start Using Three-In-One National Identity Card Soon

NIMC is set to launch a versatile three-in-one identity card for Nigerians, featuring payment capabilities and social service functionalities, following...

HND Holders From Polytechnics Must Undergo One-Year Mandatory Training - FG HND Holders From Polytechnics Must Undergo One-Year Mandatory Training - FG
Education6 months ago

HND Holders From Polytechnics Must Undergo One-Year Mandatory Training – FG

Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, Head of the Civil Service, has mandated HND holders to undergo a one-year training before promotion to...

EFCC Arrests Two Ex-Union Bank Employees For Stealing N4.2m From A Dead Customer's Account EFCC Arrests Two Ex-Union Bank Employees For Stealing N4.2m From A Dead Customer's Account
News6 months ago

EFCC Arrests Two Ex-Union Bank Employees For Stealing N4.2m From A Dead Customer’s Account

The EFCC arrested two former Union Bank employees in Makurdi for embezzling N4.2 million from a deceased customer's account.

Christ Embassy Church Headquarters in Lagos On Fire Christ Embassy Church Headquarters in Lagos On Fire
News6 months ago

BREAKING: Christ Embassy Church Headquarters in Lagos On Fire (Video)

The Christ Embassy Church headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos caught fire on Sunday morning.

BREAKING: Finidi George Resigns As Super Eagles Head Coach BREAKING: Finidi George Resigns As Super Eagles Head Coach
Sports6 months ago

BREAKING: Finidi George Resigns As Super Eagles Head Coach

Finidi George resigns as the head coach of the Super Eagles, following the NFF's plan to hire a foreign technical...

Tension As President Tinubu Falls, Hits Head On Parade Vehicle During Democracy Day Tension As President Tinubu Falls, Hits Head On Parade Vehicle During Democracy Day
News6 months ago

Tension As President Tinubu Falls, Hits Head On Parade Vehicle During Democracy Day (Video)

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu stumbled and fell during the June 12 Democracy Day parade, sparking renewed concerns about his health.

Democracy Day: FG Announces Date for Public Holiday Democracy Day: FG Announces Date for Public Holiday
News6 months ago

Democracy Day: FG Announces Date for Public Holiday

The Federal Government has announced June 12 as a public holiday to celebrate Democracy Day.

5 Best Video Interview Software You Should Be Using 5 Best Video Interview Software You Should Be Using
Career News6 months ago

5 Best Video Interview Software You Should Be Using

Zoom, HireVue, and Spark are some of the best video interview software. These tools enhance efficiency, improve candidate experience, and...

Advertisement