Politics
LP, NCC, gives Abure 48 hours to address allegations
One week after the leadership of the Labour Party (LP) under Mr Julius Abure appointed a disciplinary committee to investigate alleged anti-party activities by the Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Otti, and the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, the National Caretaker Committee (NCC) of the LP has also named a panel to probe Abure’s tenure as National Chairman.
The NCC, led by a former Minister of Finance, Nenadi Usman, is aligned with the camp of Otti and Obi.
The NCC has also given Abure 48 hours to stop “parading” himself as the chairman of the LP, arguing that his tenure has lapsed.
He is required to show cause as to why he should not be sanctioned for insisting that he remains the party’s national chairman.
The Nenadi Usman-led NCC addressed a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday to react to what it described as the “excesses of Abure,” vowing to prevent his alleged bid to destabilise the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
The former minister, who read the press conference statement, noted that following the Supreme Court’s judgment on 4 April 2025, which ended Abure’s tenure, it had been expected that the factional chairman would act more maturely by embracing reconciliation with the current NCC to rebuild the party.
She expressed surprise that, rather than uniting with the party leadership to strategise as one body, Abure had opted to continue presenting himself as chairman while discrediting key party figures such as Otti and Obi.
Usman stated, “After a careful and comprehensive review of the Supreme Court judgment delivered on Friday, 4 April 2025, the National Executive Council (NEC) is deeply concerned by the subsequent actions of Barr. Julius Abure, particularly his continued impersonation of the esteemed office of the National Chairman of the Labour Party.
“These actions have not only violated the spirit and letter of the law but have also tarnished the image and integrity of our great party.
“In the exercise of its constitutional mandate and in strict accordance with the disciplinary provisions of the Labour Party Constitution 2019 (As Amended), the NEC, in session, hereby announces the commencement of disciplinary actions against Mr Abure.
These actions begin with the constitution of a special investigative committee to review Mr Abure’s conduct as it affects the party’s image and integrity.
“In line with due process and the party constitution, the NEC gives Mr Abure 48 hours to show why disciplinary action should not be taken against him for his numerous acts of misconduct against the party.
“The formal notice of disciplinary action will be sent to the last known address of Barr. Julius Abure.
“Mr Abure is hereby warned to desist from parading himself as the National Chairman of the Labour Party or impersonating the office in any form.
The apex court of the land has clearly and finally nullified his claim to leadership, and his tenure has long expired.
“His continued acts of reckless denigration of party leadership and open hostility towards the party will attract severe sanctions.”
Politics
Why I’m Returning Back to APC – Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, will on Monday join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, will on Monday join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
This new development is confirmed by the spokesperson of the Governor, Sunusi Bature who noted that after years of political engagement across different platforms, prevailing realities of governance, national cohesion and development necessitated his return to the APC, which he described as a familiar and structured platform for progressive governance.
Governor Yusuf stated that rejoining the APC would further strengthen cooperation with the Federal Government, accelerate infrastructural development, enhance security coordination and improve service delivery across Kano State.
He added that the decision would also consolidate political stability and unity in the state.
Politics
BREAKING: Kano’s Governor Yusuf Resigns from NNPP
Governor Yusuf pointed to persistent internal disputes and legal challenges that have continued to unsettle the party’s structure nationwide.
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the broader interest of the people of Kano State.
The governor in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa ,said that the governor has written a letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, Gwale Local Government Area, and officially communicate his decision to withdraw from the party with effect from Friday 23rd January 2026.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the party for the platform and support extended to him throughout his political engagement with the NNPP.
Governor Yusuf pointed to persistent internal disputes and legal challenges that have continued to unsettle the party’s structure nationwide.
According to the Governor, the internal disagreements have widened divisions and weakened cohesion within the party.
The Governor is resigning today along with 21 members of the State Assembly, 8 members of the House of Representatives and 44 Local Government Chairmen of Kano state.
The resignation letter was acknowledged by the party Secretary, Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon.
Kabiru Zubairu who commended the Governor for his laudable projects on infrastructure, urban renewal, health, education and economic empowerment.
Politics
APC begins nationwide memberships e-registration
APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a post obtained from APC’s X handle on Friday, said the exercise is being conducted in all wards nationwide.
•APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka
The All Progressives Congress has invited all stakeholders, supporters, and members, both old and new, to participate in its ongoing Membership Electronic-Registration Exercise across the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory.
APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a post obtained from APC’s X handle on Friday, said the exercise is being conducted in all wards nationwide.
“Existing members are expected to validate their membership, while new and intending members are encouraged to register and join the party.
Participants must be 18 years or older and possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN) to complete the registration process,” he said.
Morka said that the e-Registration exercise is designed to digitise the Party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, provide efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions, promote internal democracy, and strengthen APC’s commitment to democratic innovation in Nigeria.
He urged all eligible Nigerians to take part in the exercise and join the progressive family of Nigeria’s ruling party.
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