Labour Party postpones congresses, sets up convention committee

The Labour Party Nigeria has postponed its scheduled congresses and national convention, which were earlier set to begin on March 26, 2026.

The decision was reached after a stakeholders’ meeting involving members of the party’s Interim National Working Committee and representatives of labour unions. According to a statement signed by media aide Ken Asogwa, the postponement is to allow more time for members and new entrants to complete the ongoing membership re-registration exercise.

Under the previous timetable, ward congresses were to hold on March 26, followed by local government congresses on March 28, state congresses on March 31, and the national convention on April 11.

As part of preparations, the party has also inaugurated a 45-member congresses and convention planning committee, chaired by Ginger Onwusibe. Other members include lawmakers and party stakeholders drawn from across the country.

While inaugurating the committee, interim leader Nenadi Usman urged members to carry out their duties with diligence, neutrality, and commitment, adding that the extra time should be used to ensure a smooth and credible process.

The party appealed to members, the Independent National Electoral Commission, and supporters for understanding, assuring that a new timetable would be announced soon.

Meanwhile, the party reaffirmed its earlier decision to zone its presidential ticket to the South, stating that it would not accept aspirants from Northern Nigeria for the next election cycle.

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