Labour Party names Julie Obeta as Benue deputy governorship candidate
Mrs Julie Obeta has been unveiled as the deputy governorship candidate for the Labour Party in Benue State. The announcement was made at the party secretariat in Makurdi, following the emergence of Mathias Byuan as the governorship candidate. This marks the first time a female candidate has been chosen for this position under the party in Benue. The party says the move is part of its efforts to promote women’s participation in governance.
Key takeaways
- Mrs Julie Obeta was unanimously selected as the Labour Party’s deputy governorship candidate in Benue State.
- The announcement was made at the party secretariat in Makurdi after consultations with stakeholders.
- Mathias Byuan stated that the selection reflects the party’s commitment to inclusion and women’s representation.
- Obeta previously served on Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential campaign team and was chairman of Okpokwu Local Government Area between 2012 and 2015.
- She was appointed a special assistant by Governor Hyacinth Alia in 2023 but declined the appointment.
