Labour Party’s National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, has issued a strong warning against the creation of unauthorized groups within the party.
He stated that the Labour Party (LP) recognizes only one official structure and cautioned that any attempts to form parallel groups are illegitimate and will face legal consequences.
Abure also expressed disappointment with elected LP members who have failed to fulfill their financial responsibilities to the party since taking office nearly two years ago.
He also added that, despite having six senators, approximately 30 House of Representatives members, and numerous state assembly members, none have contributed financially to the party at the national level since their election in 2023.
Abure pointed out that, in other political parties, elected officials typically fund party operations, and he questioned the fairness of LP lawmakers seeking control over their constituencies without supporting the party financially.
He made these remarks during a town hall meeting organized by the Lagos State chapter of the party.
Abure encouraged members of the “Obidient” movement to formally join the Labour Party by registering at their local wards. This registration would enable them to participate in the upcoming party congresses scheduled for June and July 2025.
He spoke on the importance of unity and discouraged internal conflicts, urging members with grievances from the 2023 elections to set them aside and focus on future opportunities, such as the 2027 elections.
The town hall meeting also witnessed the defection of prominent political figures in Lagos State to the Labour Party.
Notable attendees included party stakeholders, national and state lawmakers, local government and ward executives, and members of the National Working Committee. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s governorship candidate in the 2023 election, was also present.
