The Labour Party (LP) has firmly stated that it will not participate in any coalition or alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections. This decision was one of the key outcomes of a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Friday in Abuja.
Noting the party’s position, Mr. Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party, addressed the media, reaffirming that the LP will not be involved in any coalition efforts for the upcoming elections. “The Labour Party is not and will not be part of any coalition towards the 2027 general election,” he declared.
Instead, Abure explained that the party would be concentrating its efforts on internal growth, focusing on rebuilding, repositioning, and expanding its membership base. He also highlighted the party’s plans to re-strategize and reconcile any internal divisions, all in an effort to secure a strong performance in the 2027 elections.
“We are committed to strengthening our party for the challenges ahead,” he added.
Abure was also critical of the current coalition talks within the broader political landscape. He expressed doubts about the leadership capabilities of those leading these coalition efforts, suggesting that they lacked the necessary skills and unity to build a successful national coalition.
“People who cannot unite their own parties cannot lead a national coalition. Forming a new party where stakeholders are expected to surrender their identity and structure requires strong leadership, which is currently lacking,” Abure said.
Additionally, the Labour Party’s NEC reviewed what it referred to as “anti-party activities” by Gov. Alex Otti of Abia State and other members. Abure explained that the party had set up a disciplinary committee to investigate these actions. The committee, which is expected to provide recommendations within two weeks, includes notable figures such as Dr. Ayo Olorunfemi as Chairman, Alhaji Umar Farouk as Secretary, and several other members.
Abure pointed to a particular incident involving Gov. Otti’s remarks on national television, which, according to the party, were damaging to the LP’s reputation. “We will thoroughly examine the situation and take appropriate action,” he said.
In a positive development for the party, Abure confirmed that Chief George Moghalu had emerged as the LP’s candidate for the 2025 Anambra State governorship election, following primaries held on April 5 in Awka.
The NEC congratulated Moghalu, urging all party members and residents of Anambra State to support him in the upcoming election, scheduled for November 8.
When questioned about Moghalu’s recent defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abure reassured that the LP was now using more structured and scientific methods for candidate selection.
He emphasized the party’s commitment to fielding candidates who will uphold the party’s values and respect its constitution.
“We are taking steps to avoid a repeat of situations like the one we are currently managing in Abia,” he concluded.
