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LP, NCC, gives Abure 48 hours to address allegations

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11 months ago

May 7, 2025

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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.”

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2027 election will be my last outing — Atiku

Atiku has been contesting for the presidency since 1992.

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53 minutes ago

April 15, 2026

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“The 2027 election will be my last outing”, declared the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Wednesday.

Atiku has been contesting for the presidency since 1992.

Asked why should Nigerians take the risk of choosing him after so many previous attempts, considering his age, the ex-Vice President said Nigeria has leadership problem, adding that his experience as a former Vice President and military governor of a state set him apart from President Tinubu.

“There is a clear and stark difference, take the cases if state governors in a number of state being headed by relatively young people and failing woefully simply because at the apex, they do not have capable and experienced president to guide them and to give them the benefit of his experience.

That’s why we have been having a number of woeful leaderships in a number of state because they are being headed by inexperienced young men,” he said.

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INEC Drives Youth Participation in Voter Registration Through Abuja Outreach

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2 hours ago

April 15, 2026

Charles Flames

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reinforced the importance of youth participation in Nigeria’s democratic process, as stakeholders gathered in Abuja for a civic engagement programme promoting the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.

The event, held at Merit House in Maitama, was initiated by a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Magaji Ndagi, as part of his Community Development Service (CDS).

It attracted INEC officials, NYSC representatives, government stakeholders, corps members, and students from across the Federal Capital Territory.

Speaking at the event, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, praised the initiative and highlighted the vital role young people play in strengthening democracy.

He noted that over 3.7 million Nigerians have registered in the ongoing CVR exercise, with youths making up more than 68 percent.Haruna emphasized that a credible voter register is key to free and fair elections, adding that INEC continues to implement the CVR process in phases in line with legal provisions.

He also reaffirmed the Commission’s longstanding partnership with the NYSC in election management.

Representatives of the NYSC and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development encouraged young Nigerians to take advantage of the CVR exercise, stressing that active participation in elections is essential to shaping the country’s future and deepening democratic governance.

The programme featured expert lectures, an interactive session on voter registration, and the unveiling of a magazine designed to boost awareness. Participants were urged to move from apathy to action and take full ownership of their civic responsibilities.

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2027: Upsets as ADC dares INEC, concludes convention

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16 hours ago

April 15, 2026

Charles Flames

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In a dramatic show of defiance, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Tuesday successfully concluded its national convention in Abuja despite the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) refusing to monitor the exercise.

Delegates at the convention overwhelmingly voted to amend the party’s constitution, ratify its manifesto, and affirm the leadership structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The event, which drew over 3,000 delegates, proceeded amid an ongoing leadership crisis and a court-related dispute that prompted INEC to withhold recognition of the David Mark-led faction.

Party leaders, including National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, described INEC’s absence as a dereliction of duty and an unlawful attempt to delegitimise the opposition party. Aregbesola insisted the convention was valid, stating that the ADC had fulfilled all legal requirements by giving the required 21-day notice.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other prominent opposition figures present at the convention accused INEC of bias and working to undermine democracy in favour of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

They vowed that the ADC would not be intimidated and would continue to build a strong coalition for the 2027 polls.

The development has sent ripples across the political landscape, raising fresh questions about INEC’s neutrality and the future of opposition unity as Nigeria prepares for the next general elections.

The party is expected to announce further strategic moves, including plans for an opposition summit. Legal experts and stakeholders have maintained that INEC lacks the power to unilaterally determine party leadership, and the matter may eventually be resolved in court.