Labour Party plans congresses and membership drive
Labour Party has announced plans to start its congresses from March 2026 and launch a nationwide membership revalidation and registration exercise. The decision was made at a joint meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee and Interim National Committee, chaired by Dr Alex Otti. The party expressed regret over the exit of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and called for unity among its members. The leadership also thanked the Independent National Electoral Commission for recognising the Interim National Committee.
Key takeaways
- The Labour Party will begin its congresses at all levels starting from March 2026.
- A committee has been set up to oversee the revalidation and registration of new members.
- Dr Alex Otti chaired the meeting where these decisions were made.
- The party expressed regret over the exit of Peter Obi and urged members to unite.
- The party will not participate in the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory election.
