The Labour Party (LP) has reiterated its commitment to supporting the Igbo presidency in 2027, emphasizing the need for political realignment and unity among the people of the South East.
Speaking at a rally organized by the South East Labour Party members in Abuja ahead of the Area Council elections, the party’s National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, stated that the LP remains a viable platform for Ndigbo to achieve their presidential ambition.
Abure noted that the party had no regrets about zoning its 2023 presidential ticket to the South East, a decision he said was aimed at addressing the region’s historical marginalization. However, he urged Igbo leaders to strengthen their political alliances across the country to improve their chances of winning the presidency in 2027.
“Before the 2023 general election, I believed the Igbos were not united. But after Peter Obi joined the party, I traveled across Nigeria and discovered that the Igbos are among the most united, industrious, hardworking, and fearless people. That is why we do not regret zoning our presidential ticket to the South East,” Abure said.
He referenced the political trajectory of the Yoruba ethnic group, explaining that their success in securing the presidency came after forging alliances with other regions.
“The Igbos need to learn from history. The Yorubas once struggled to attain the presidency because they were doing it alone. However, when they realigned, they succeeded. This is a lesson for the Igbos,” he added.
Abure further emphasized the need for unity within the South East, stating that a common leadership structure and a collective political strategy would be critical for future electoral success.
“Labour Party remains ready and available to support Ndigbo in their aspiration to lead the country in the future,” he assured.
Addressing party members and aspirants at the rally, Abure assured that the Labour Party would conduct free, fair, and credible primaries ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections. He dismissed concerns about candidate imposition, stressing that only party members would determine their flagbearers.
“One of the major problems in Nigerian politics is that leaders try to subvert the wishes of the people. As the National Chairman, I will ensure that does not happen in our party. Our primaries will be transparent, and there will be no anointed candidates,” he declared.
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Abure also expressed confidence in the Labour Party’s strength as a major political force, asserting that the upcoming FCT elections would be a contest between the LP and other parties.
“Labour Party is better positioned than any other party to win,” he stated.
The rally, attended by party officials, aspirants, and supporters, served as a platform to reinforce the Labour Party’s commitment to internal democracy and national unity ahead of the 2027 general elections.
