17 h. ago Labour Party No Longer What People Think, Mass Defections Coming – Valentine Ozigbo

Valentine Ozigbo, a governorship aspirant in Anambra State under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has raised concerns about the future of the Labour Party (LP), saying the party is gradually fading in relevance. During an interview on Tuesday, Ozigbo who recently left the Labour Party, stated that many assumptions about the party’s strength are no […] The post Labour Party No Longer What People Think, Mass Defections Coming – Valentine Ozigbo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Peter Obi Laments Economic Hardship, Says Public Office Holders Milking Nigerians

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has lamented over poverty situation in Nigeria, saying that there is need for urgent and deliberate action. Obi urged all levels of government, especially public office holders to prioritize critical areas of development, particularly investment in health, education and poverty alleviation. Speaking on Tuesday at the […] The post Peter Obi Laments Economic Hardship, Says Public Office Holders Milking Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Rivers: Sustain reconciliation process, Eradiri advises Fubara

From Tony John, Port Harcourt   Former Bayelsa State Labour Party (LP) fovernorship candidate, Udengs Eradiri, has told the suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to shut his doors against crisis merchants and step up the ongoing reconciliation. Eradiri commended Fubara for heeding his earlier advice that he should kneel before his estranged benefactor and […] The post Rivers: Sustain reconciliation process, Eradiri advises Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago JAMB results: Obi decries state of Nigeria’s education sector

From Emmanuel Uzor, Awka Former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the recently released results of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), describing them as a reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating education […] The post JAMB results: Obi decries state of Nigeria’s education sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Zamfara Lawyers Back Reps’ Summon Of Gov Lawal Over State Assembly Crisis

The Zamfara State Lawyers Forum has endorsed the Nigerian House of Representatives’ decision to summon Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, and leaders of the State’s House of Assembly, amid a deepening crisis within the legislature and escalating insecurity across the Northwestern State. The forum, a prominent legal advocacy group, described the summons as a constitutionally […]

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54 h. ago “Current Political Leaders Have Exhausted Their Relevance; It’s Time For New Faces” – Baba

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a former aide to Vice President Kashim Shettima, has stirred political discourse with a bold stance on the 2027 presidential race. He advised notable figures like Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the NNPP to refrain from contesting, suggesting they step aside along with Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar. […] The post “Current Political Leaders Have Exhausted Their Relevance; It’s Time For New Faces” – Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has condemned the arrest of social media influencer Martin Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), urging greater respect for the rule of law and human rights. In a statement on X on Sunday, May 4, Obi criticised the manner of Otse’s arrest, describing […] The post Peter Obi condemns VeryDarkMan’s arrest, calls for rule of law respect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has raised concerns over what he read more Oppression of young voices dangerous, says Peter Obi amid VDM, NANS controversies

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3 d. ago Obasanjo, Osinbajo, Govs, Others Bid Late Afenifere Leader Adebanjo Farewell

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, immediate-past Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, governors Lagos and Oyo States; Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Engr. Seyi Makinde were among the eminent Nigerians that joined the Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun to bid the elder statesman, Pa. Ayo Adebanjo, farewell on Saturday. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria Has Become Laughing Stock Among Nations, Says Imasuangbon

  Former Edo State governorship candidate on the platform of Labour Party (LP) and philanthropist, Barrister Kenneth Imasuangbon, who turned 59 weekend, has decried the state of Nigeria’s security and economy, warning that the country was losing global respect as a result. Imasuangbon said that the level of insecurity in Nigeria has become a national […]

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4 d. ago People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists

Julius Abure-led National Executive Committee, has declared that Labour Party, will not be part of any opposition groups, coming together to form coalition against President Bola Tinubu in 2027 general election. Speaking in a communique after the party’s NEC meeting in Abuja on Friday, Abure said that LP would rather focus on rebuilding and reconciling […] The post People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “We Made You Governor” – Abure Fires Back At Otti’s Claim Over Control Of LP

Labour Party National Chairman, Julius Abure, on Friday responded to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, accusing him of betrayal and misrepresenting the party’s leadership. Speaking to newsmen after an emergency National Executive Council meeting in Abuja, Abure reminded Otti that his rise to power was only possible because of the Labour Party’s support and sacrifices. […] The post “We Made You Governor” – Abure Fires Back At Otti’s Claim Over Control Of LP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Labour Party Has Been ‘Retrieved’ from Abure’s Control – Gov Otti

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has declared that the Labour Party (LP) is no longer under the control of Julius Abure, insisting that the leadership crisis within the party has been resolved. Otti made this assertion on Friday while speaking with newsmen. His comments came in the wake of a recent Supreme Court ruling that […] The post Labour Party Has Been ‘Retrieved’ from Abure’s Control – Gov Otti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago I’ll prioritise, institutionalise workers welfare as Anambra governor — Moghalu, LP guber candidate

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Labour Party (LP) candidate for November 8 Anambra State governorship election, Dr. George Moghalu, has promised to prioritise and institutionalise the welfare of workers if elected the State governor. In a statement from Ikenna Agu, his Media Adviser, Moghalu described Nigerian workers as the lifeblood of the nation’s progress, the […] The post I’ll prioritise, institutionalise workers welfare as Anambra governor — Moghalu, LP guber candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Workers’ Day: Your hard work won’t be in vain, Labour Party tells workers

From Okwe Obi, Abuja On International Workers’ Day, Thursday, May 1, the Labour Party (LP) of Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to championing the dignity, welfare, and rights of Nigerian workers, assuring them that their efforts will not be wasted. The party described workers as the “true architects of Nigeria’s survival” who must not be taken […] The post Workers’ Day: Your hard work won’t be in vain, Labour Party tells workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, issued a stern warning to members of all political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party (LP), about engaging in corruption. Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Olukoyede emphasised that anyone found guilty of stealing public funds, irrespective […] The post No Political Favoritism In EFCC’s Fight Against Corruption – Olukoyede appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago If INEC Conducts Free Election, Obi Will Defeat Tinubu Without Atiku, El Rufai’s Coalition – NLC

Nigeria Labour Congress has said that former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, will unseat President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressive Congress without  any coalition in 2027 poll. NLC added that Obi does not need to merge with political figures like ex-vice president Atiku Abubakar or immediate past governor of Kaduna […] The post If INEC Conducts Free Election, Obi Will Defeat Tinubu Without Atiku, El Rufai’s Coalition – NLC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources For Defection Ceremony

Labour Party in Delta State has berated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori over what its described as ‘wasteful defection ceremony’. The National Vice Chairman South-South of the party, Chief Tony Ezeagwu, led this out on Tuesday while reacting to the defection of Peoples Democratic Party’s members in Asaba. Ezeagwu noted that LP will maintain a strong opposition […] The post LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources For Defection Ceremony appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources To Celebrate Defection To APC

Labour Party in Delta State has berated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori over what its described as ‘wasteful defection ceremony’. The National Vice Chairman South-South of the party, Chief Tony Ezeagwu, led this out on Tuesday while reacting to the defection of Peoples Democratic Party’s members in Asaba. Ezeagwu noted that LP will maintain a strong opposition […] The post LP Slams Gov Oborevwori For Wasting Resources To Celebrate Defection To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Suffering Nigerians will decide 2027 elections, not defecting politicians, says LP Chieftain

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Chieftain and former presidential aspirant of the Labour Party (LP), Faduri Oluwadare Joseph popularly called Fadojoe, has said that the 2027 general elections will be decided by the masses who are going through socioeconomic hardship in the country, and not by politicians who are defecting to the ruling All Progressive […] The post Suffering Nigerians will decide 2027 elections, not defecting politicians, says LP Chieftain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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