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What LABOUR Party Is Planning To Do
Many people have been wondering what Sen. Nenadi Usman is up to in the Labour Party. What next for Labour Party, they keep asking. We can tell you. We can reveal to you all the details.
The Labour Party (LP) has set May 23rd, 2026, for its presidential primaries in its approved timetable ahead of the 2027 general elections.
This was contained in a communique issued after a meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) held and observed by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in Abuja, last Tuesday.
The communique, which was made public last Wednesday, stated that the party will submit its membership register to INEC on April 15th, 2026, while governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly primaries will be held on Friday, May 15th, 2026.
NEC also expressed satisfaction and ratified the actions of the National Leadership of the Party under the direction of Senators Nenadi Usman and Darlington Nwochocha regarding the conduct of Ward, Local Government, and State Congresses scheduled for March 26, 28, and 31, 2026, respectively, as well as the National Convention slated for April 11, 2026.
The party’s NEC, which is the highest decision-making organ of the party after the National Convention, equally reviewed recent developments within the party.
Developments reviewed included the recent invasion of the Party Secretariat by hoodlums allegedly sponsored by “certain rogue elements”.
The communique read in part: “Following a thorough review of the report and recommendations of the Peace, Reconciliation and Disciplinary Committee, chaired by Comrade Salisu Mohammed (BOT Secretary), NEC invoked its disciplinary powers and approved the suspension of the following members for acts of indiscipline, anti-party activities, and complicity in the desecration of the Party’s National Secretariat.”
Those suspended include Eneyi G. Zidougha, Hilda Doukubo, Lincolin Charles, Muhammed Sabitu Aliyu, Ogar Osim, Vincent Okwuokei, Casmir Agbo Uchenna, Simon Zubairu Bamga, Abduljamid Sa’ad Suleiman, Emmanuel Agida, Auwala Ahmed, Ularama Jubrila, Grace Zafara Posat, Suleiman Abdurahman Abdul, Ajibade Adekunle Samson, Alexander Emmanuel Ombugu, Elizabeth Ativie and Godwin Jioke.
NEC further ratified and approved the ongoing expansion of the Party’s membership register through a hybrid approach – Digital Membership Registration (e-registration) alongside manual registration in rural communities.
This initiative, it stated, was aimed at modernising the Party’s database, strengthening participatory democracy, and enhancing transparency and efficiency in Party administration, in line with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026.
In a related development, NEC resolved that all existing vacancies within party structures shall be filled through the appointment of interim leadership to ensure continuity in administration.
“The National Leadership has been duly empowered to make such appointments, which will remain in an acting capacity pending the conduct of substantive congresses in accordance with the Party Constitution and approved timetable.” The communique added.
The NEC urged members to utilise the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms to address grievances, thereby promoting unity and minimising internal conflicts.
The Labour Party experiencing some internal conflicts and developments.
The party’s national chairman, Julius Abure, has been facing opposition from some factions within the party, including former presidential candidate Peter Obi, who left the party for the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The Labour Party has set May 23rd, 2026, for its presidential primaries, with some members suspended for anti-party activities.
There are ongoing disputes within the party, with some members accusing others of trying to hijack the party or engage in electoral violence.
Which faction does INEC recognise?
INEC currently recognises the Senator Nenadi Usman-led faction of the Labour Party, following a Supreme Court judgment on April 4, 2025, affirming Usman as the authentic chairman. The commission had previously withdrawn recognition of the Julius Abure-led faction, citing that Abure’s tenure had expired in June 2024 .
However, there’s an ongoing dispute, with the Abure-led faction claiming some court orders recognize their leadership. INEC has been accused of inconsistency in recognizing the party’s leadership, with some officials allegedly defying court judgments.
So how are they preparing for INEC deadline?
The Labour Party is gearing up for the INEC deadline, amidst internal conflicts and disputes over leadership. The party has been experiencing factionalism, with the Julius Abure-led faction and the Nenadi Usman-led faction both claiming legitimacy. The Abure-led faction has been recognized by some courts, while the Usman-led faction has submitted state committees to INEC and launched a membership drive.
The party is preparing for the 2027 elections, with plans to hold congresses and revalidate membership. The National Executive Council (NEC) has mandated Abure to issue notices to INEC for the conduct of primaries. However, the Usman-led faction is also pushing forward with its own plans, having submitted a 34-member Interim National Working Committee list to INEC.
INEC has been updating its regulations to align with the Electoral Act 2026, and parties are expected to submit digital membership registers by April 2, 2026 .
There is a 34 member interim National Working Committee in place
The Labour Party’s 34-member Interim National Working Committee (INWC) is led by Senator Nenadi Usman as Interim National Chairman and Darlington Nwokocha as Interim National Secretary. The committee was submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on November 27, 2025, and includes members such as Mohammed Misau, Nike Oriola, and Prof. Theophilus Ndubuaku.
The Usman-led faction claims the committee was formed in line with the party’s constitution and a July 18, 2025, National Executive Council (NEC) resolution. However, the Julius Abure-led faction disputes this, claiming Abure is the legitimate national Chairman.
INEC has recognized the Usman-led faction, citing a Supreme Court judgment affirming Usman as the authentic chairman.
How has Nenadi Usman been faring?
Nenadi Usman has been making significant strides as the National Chairperson of the Labour Party. She was appointed to lead a 29-member caretaker committee in 2025, amidst leadership disputes within the party. A Federal High Court in Abuja ruled in January 2026 that her leadership is valid, citing a Supreme Court judgment that affirmed her position .
Under her leadership, the Labour Party has begun setting timelines for ward, local, state, and national congresses, aiming to elect new party executives democratically. Usman has also outlined reforms to rebuild the party, including a nationwide membership registration and revalidation drive, targeting 10 million new members.
However, her leadership has faced challenges, with the Julius Abure-led faction of the party disputing her position and the National Executive Council (NEC) dissolving her caretaker committee. Despite this, Usman remains committed to strengthening the party and preparing for the 2027 general elections.
What are Nemadi’s plans? Nenadi Usman, the Interim National Chairperson of the Labour Party, has outlined plans to rebuild and reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Her strategy includes:
– Membership Drive: A nationwide membership registration and revalidation exercise, targeting 10 million new members, which kicked off on December 17, 2025.
– Congresses: Ward, local government, and state congresses leading up to a national convention to elect a substantive leadership team.
– Stricter Screening: Implementing stricter screening processes for aspirants and candidates to ensure alignment with the party’s core values.
– Grassroots Mobilization: Strengthening grassroots presence and membership base, with a focus on recruiting and training polling agents.
– E-Registration Portal: Launching an electronic membership registration portal to facilitate easy registration and membership card access.
Usman has also emphasized the importance of unity, discipline, and shared vision within the party, while dismissing reports of a potential boycott of the 2027 elections .
What is the plan for Presidential primaries?
The Labour Party has set May 23, 2026, as the date for its presidential primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s National Executive Council (NEC) approved this timetable, which also includes submitting the membership register to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on April 15, 2026, and holding governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly primaries on May 15, 2026.
The party is also focusing on internal restructuring, including a nationwide membership registration and revalidation drive targeting 10 million new members. Ward, local government, and state congresses are scheduled for March 26, 28, and 31, 2026, respectively, leading up to a national convention on April 11, 2026.
Who are the Presidential aspirants?
– Datti Baba-Ahmed: Former Vice-Presidential candidate and running mate to Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election. He has declared his intention to run for the presidency in 2027, citing his experience and qualifications.
– Faduri Oluwadare Joseph (Fadojoe): Former Labour Party presidential aspirant, who has officially announced his intention to run for the presidency in 2027. He aims to “rescue Nigeria” from economic decline and insecurity.
– Kennedy Ahanotu: Labour Party youth leader, who has declared his intention to contest the presidency in 2027, advocating for a generational shift in leadership.
