By: Abdullahi Inuwa
…Says ‘Desperate Politicians Can’t Birth a New Nigeria’
In a dramatic twist to Nigeria’s evolving political realignment, the Labour Party (LP) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to its former presidential candidate, Peter Gregory Obi, demanding he formally resign from the party following his open alignment with the new opposition coalition.
In a hard-hitting press release signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the LP dissociated itself completely from the new coalition, warning that it is made up of “recycled, desperate and frustrated politicians” who lack the integrity and vision to deliver the much-touted “New Nigeria.”
“We are not interested in any coalition of power mongers whose only agenda is self-serving. Desperate politicians can’t birth a New Nigeria,” Ifoh declared.
The party accused Obi of holding nocturnal meetings with party members in a bid to woo them into the coalition, but noted that many have refused to defect. The LP warned that any member aligning with the new movement must resign within 48 hours or face consequences.
“Labour Party is not a resting ground for people with dual political identities. You can’t be LP by day and coalition by night,” the statement read.
Blasting the coalition as a resurrection platform for failed politicians, LP insisted that true political change can only come from within its own ranks, not from “a gathering of yesterday’s men seeking political rebirth.”
“Nearly 70% of Nigeria’s population are youths tired of the old order. The ‘New Nigeria’ can’t be driven by opportunists trying to recycle their way back to power,” Ifoh said.
The party reaffirmed its independence, stating categorically that it remains unaffiliated with the coalition, and vowed to maintain its structure and vision heading into the next elections.
“The Labour Party is committed to leading Nigerians to the Nigeria of their dreams. We urge our loyal members to stay steadfast as we build a future driven by integrity, competence and the true will of the people.”
This latest salvo is expected to further deepen the rift between Obi and his former political base, as the 2027 elections loom on the horizon.
Nigeria.
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