In a significant political development, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, alongside Abia State Governor Alex Otti, has jointly called for a Labour Party National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. This crucial gathering is scheduled to take place in Abuja on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
The announcement, released through a formal notice signed by Ibrahim Umar, spokesperson for the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), was originally reported by Daily Post Nigeria, a trusted Nigerian news outlet.
According to the release, the NEC meeting will run concurrently with a high-level interactive town hall session at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, engaging top stakeholders and party organs.
Key Attendees Expected at the Labour Party NEC Meeting
Prominent individuals and party representatives listed to attend the NEC gathering include:
- Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate
- Sitting and former senators affiliated with the party
- Candidates from the 2023 general election, including those who ran for the Senate and House of Representatives
- Current and past House of Representatives members elected under the Labour Party
- All former Labour Party gubernatorial candidates who have remained within the party
- Delegates from the NLC/TUC Political Commission
- Members of both the National Caretaker Committee (NTC) and the former National Working Committee (NWC)
Context: Supreme Court Ruling on Labour Party Leadership
This NEC meeting follows a pivotal ruling by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, which dissolved the Julius Abure-led National Working Committee of the Labour Party. This legal decision has reshaped the internal leadership structure, prompting Obi and Otti to rally stakeholders for the party’s strategic direction.
For a deeper understanding of the implications of the Supreme Court ruling, you can refer to this authoritative summary on Premium Times.
Why This NEC Meeting Matters
The Abuja NEC meeting represents a strategic move to reposition the Labour Party ahead of future elections and national engagement. With major players in attendance, the outcome of this gathering is expected to influence the party’s future trajectory, policy decisions, and political alliances.
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