The Labour Party has issued a public disclaimer regarding recent political activities involving its 2023 presidential flagbearer, Mr. Peter Obi, making clear that his involvement with a third-force coalition is not sanctioned by the party.
In a firm statement released on Sunday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, stressed that Obi’s independent engagements with external political groups are in direct conflict with the party’s leadership and its internal procedures.
“The leadership of the Labour Party has observed with growing concern the recent political moves by Mr. Peter Obi, particularly his continued engagement with a coalition movement that operates completely outside the purview of the party,” Ifoh stated.
Despite Obi’s apparent indication of a return bid for the 2027 general election under the Labour Party platform, his recent appearance at a coalition meeting in Abuja has sparked internal controversy.
The event, according to party officials, occurred without the knowledge or involvement of the Labour Party.
“This act, done without consultation or consent, is a glaring show of disrespect and a direct challenge to the integrity of our internal democratic processes,” the spokesperson added.
While reaffirming its openness to all prospective candidates ahead of 2027, the Labour Party emphasized its commitment to preserving its organizational discipline and autonomy.
The leadership warned that it would not condone any activities aimed at dragging the party into unauthorized political alliances.
The statement concluded with a clear stance: the Labour Party is not a party to any merger talks or coalition deals, and it will actively oppose any attempt to integrate it into external political arrangements without formal approval.
