By Editor
ABUJA, Nigeria — The sit-tight leadership of the Labour Party (LP) has taken a strong stand against the growing pressure from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and is determined to move forward with its much awaited national convention on Wednesday.
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This apparently bold action comes after the LP formally requested urgent government assistance to protect the party from future attacks planned by the NLC. In a series of letters addressed to key authorities, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, the LP also demanded disciplinary measures against NLC President, Joe Ajaero, and other union figures allegedly involved in the recent vandalism of LP properties.
Tensions between the LP and NLC reached a boiling point last week when union members, acting on directives from NLC leadership, staged protests at LP secretariats nationwide, calling for the resignation of LP Chairman, Abure. The LP’s headquarters in Abuja bore the brunt of the confrontation, with union members attempting to force their way into the premises while chanting slogans demanding Abure’s ouster.
Despite these challenges, LP Chairman Abure remained steadfast, decrying the alleged invasion of LP offices, which resulted in significant property damage and the misappropriation of staff salaries.
Efforts to broker peace between the warring factions, notably led by LP’s Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, initially hinted at a potential postponement of the convention for dialogue. However, the LP swiftly backtracked on Sunday, affirming its unwavering commitment to proceed with the convention as planned.
In an exclusive conversation, LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, dismissed rumors of convention cancellation, asserting, “There is no going back.” He revealed that preparations are underway, with delegates set to converge in Umuahia, Abia State, for the pivotal event.
Reacting to LP’s defiance, NLC spokesman Benson Upah issued a stern warning, insisting that any convention overseen by Abure would be deemed futile and devoid of legitimacy. Upah emphasized that the NLC stands firm against such endeavors, denouncing them as mere “useless jamborees.”
As the LP stands firm in its resolve, tensions between the party and the NLC continue to escalate, setting the stage for a showdown at the highly anticipated convention.
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