The Labour Party (LP) has announced April 23 as the new commencement date for its long-delayed congresses, with its national convention scheduled for April 28 in Umuahia, Abia State.
The development marks what party leaders described as a major step toward restructuring the party’s internal leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The announcement was made by the party’s National Chairman, Nenadi Usman, during an appearance on Arise Television.
Usman explained that the decision reflects the party’s renewed commitment to unity, inclusiveness and internal democracy following months of internal disagreements and restructuring.
“We had to postpone it for about 20 days. We are starting on April 23… and our national convention is expected to be on April 28 in Umuahia by the grace of God,” she said.
According to party leaders, the decision to host the convention in Umuahia is both symbolic and strategic.
The city is the political base of Alex Otti, the party’s only serving governor, and leaders say the location reflects the party’s desire to celebrate its political progress while consolidating its strongest support base.
“We have only one governor; he is doing well, so we want to have it in his city, where we will celebrate with him as well,” Usman said.
The revised timetable comes after the party postponed its ward, local government and state congresses to allow for broader participation and to resolve internal disputes.
Usman noted that the delay formed part of a broader reconciliation effort aimed at bringing aggrieved members back into the party.
“Our strength is in coming back together, making peace among ourselves. We are extending the olive branch… let’s work together and build our party,” she added.
