Labour Party delays congresses and appoints new convention committee
The Labour Party has postponed its scheduled congresses and national convention to allow more members to participate in its ongoing re-registration exercise. The announcement was made in Abuja by Ken Asogwa, Senior Special Adviser on Media to the Interim National Chairman. A 46-member Congress and Convention Committee has been set up to oversee the process, chaired by Hon. Ginger Onwusibe. The party leadership has urged members to use the extra time to ensure thorough preparations.
Key takeaways
- The Labour Party postponed its ward, local government, and state congresses, as well as its national convention, which were initially scheduled to begin on March 26, 2026.
- The decision was made after a stakeholders’ meeting involving the Interim National Working Committee and labour union representatives.
- A 46-member Congress and Convention Committee was inaugurated, chaired by Hon. Ginger Onwusibe.
- Senator Nenadi Usman, the National Chairman, urged committee members to ensure diligent and impartial preparations.
- The party assured members and supporters that a new timetable for the congresses and convention will be announced later.
