14 h. ago Labour Party Pulls Out Of Osun LG Poll Over Security Concerns

The Osun State chapter of the Labour Party has disclosed its withdrawal from the Local Government election scheduled for Saturday, citing inadequate security arrangements by the State Independent Electoral Commission. Adebayo Bello, the State Chairman of the Party, made the disclosure on Friday in Osogbo, stressing that the Party’s decision was necessitated by the lack […] The post Labour Party Pulls Out Of Osun LG Poll Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Osun LG: Confusion reigns as court okays election, police withdraw

The Osun State Police Command and the state Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps may not be deploying operatives for today’s local government election, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. While the two security organisations did not officially confirm or deny their participation in the poll, top sources said security agencies were not directed to participate in Read More

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36 h. ago FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 The Labour Party has been hit by a wave of defections, with at least 17 prominent members leaving the party since 2023. The exodus is attributed to the ongoing leadership crisis within the party, which has created an uncertain environment for politicians seeking to advance their careers. The defections are a significant blow to the […] FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 Tribune Online

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37 h. ago ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements

Ahead of 2027 general election, Labour Party has insisted that candidate willing to contest for any position under the party must meet up with party’s requirements. LP denied viral report, claiming that its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti have been given automatic tickets for the next election. INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago MKO Abiola: ‘I Hope True Winners Of Past Elections Will Be Recognised’ – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has commended former Military President Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) for acknowledging the late Chief MKO Abiola as the winner of the June 12, 1993, election. IBB made this admission during the launch of his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’ on Thursday. Obi, who attended […] The post MKO Abiola: ‘I Hope True Winners Of Past Elections Will Be Recognised’ – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Why I dumped Labour Party for APC  – Anambra gov aspirant, Ozigbo

A former governorship aspirant of the Labour Party in Anambra State, Valentine Ozigbo, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress. Ozigbo, who formally registered with the APC at his ward in Amesi, Aguata Local Government Area, on Thursday—just 24 hours after resigning from the LP—said his decision was driven by his belief in progressive governance Read More

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2 d. ago “We’re United, Focused” – APC Lawmakers Debunk Alleged Mass Defection To LP Amid Lagos Assembly Crisis

Lagos State House of Assembly has denied viral reports claiming that 27 members of the rulling All Progressives Congress have defected to the Labour Party. The Assembly also said that the rumour was aimed to sow discord and confusion within the Assembly and among the good people of the State. In a statement on Wednesday, […] The post “We’re United, Focused” – APC Lawmakers Debunk Alleged Mass Defection To LP Amid Lagos Assembly Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Lagos Assembly denies the defection of 27 lawmakers to Labour Party

Twenty-seven members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have denied reports claiming they have defected from the All Progressives read more Lagos Assembly denies the defection of 27 lawmakers to Labour Party

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3 d. ago Lagos Assembly debunks reports of planned defection of 27 members

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly debunks reports of planned defection of 27 members The Lagos State House of Assembly has debunked rumours making rounds that 27 members are planning to defect to the Labour Party. Lagos Assembly debunks reports of planned defection of 27 members Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Drug Market Closure: LP Lawmakers Commend NAFDAC, Kick Against Hurting Innocent Traders

The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the House of Representatives has commended the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC’s) ongoing efforts to crack down on fake and counterfeit medicines merchants. The caucus also urged the agency to exercise caution and ensure that its enforcement actions targeted only identified culprits, sparing the […]

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4 d. ago Mega movement will emerge to unseat APC in 2027 – NCF DG, Okunniyi

In this interview with WALE AKINSELURE, the Director-General of the National Consultative Front, Wale Okunniyi, discusses plans to form an “ultra-mega” coalition to challenge the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general election Will the Labour Party remain the third force or will a new mega coalition emerge as an alternative to the APC Read More

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5 d. ago State congress: LP Bauchi commences online revalidation, membership registration drive

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) in Bauchi State, Alhaji Mohammed Sabitu Aliyu, has described the on-going revalidation and membership registration across the 20 Local Government Areas ahead of the party’s forthcoming State Congress as a successful and hitch-free.   Sabitu made the disclosure on Monday during an interview with our […] The post State congress: LP Bauchi commences online revalidation, membership registration drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Peter Obi Knocks NAFDAC For Closing Other Businesses Over Alleged Discovery Of Fake Drugs Market In Anambra

Former presidential candidate of Labour Party in 2023 election, Peter Obi has condemned total closure of Head Bridge Market in Onitsha, Anambra State by Federal Government. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that the popular market was recently shutdown over alleged discovery of fake, expired drugs. On Sunday, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration […] The post Peter Obi Knocks NAFDAC For Closing Other Businesses Over Alleged Discovery Of Fake Drugs Market In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Osinbajo, Adeboye, Peter Obi Lead Dignitaries In Paying Tribute At Late Pa Adebanjo’s Residence

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, have visited the residence of the late Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere. Also present to pay their respects were former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel, Labour […] The post Osinbajo, Adeboye, Peter Obi Lead Dignitaries In Paying Tribute At Late Pa Adebanjo’s Residence appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Labour Party Unveils ‘Operation Recover And Redeem’ To Oust Tinubu In 2027

The Labour Party, on Saturday, launched a new strategy aimed at securing victory in the 2027 elections and defeating President Bola Tinubu. The party’s new initiative, dubbed “Operation Recover and Redeem,” focuses on resolving internal conflicts and positioning the party for electoral success. According to Apagun Olaolu Samuel, the interim Chairman of the party in […] The post Labour Party Unveils ‘Operation Recover And Redeem’ To Oust Tinubu In 2027 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago ‘You’ll Enjoy Same Status And Privileges’ – Governor Sani Assures New PDP, LP Defectors

</a Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has assured 50 new defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) that they will enjoy equal rights and privileges as other All Progressives Congress (APC) members. Speaking at a mega rally in Kaduna on Saturday, Governor Sani emphasised that the APC is a united family, […] The post ‘You’ll Enjoy Same Status And Privileges’ – Governor Sani Assures New PDP, LP Defectors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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