The Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria’s North Central Zone has officially inaugurated its Directorates of Mobilisation and Integration Committees as part of an ambitious strategy to recruit 20 million new members before the 2027 general elections.
The initiative, which aligns with a directive from the LP National Chairman, Julius Abure, is aimed at strengthening the party’s base in preparation for the upcoming elections. Abure has set a clear goal of registering 20 million new members to ensure the party’s success in 2027.
According to a statement issued on Saturday, the National Vice Chairman for North Central, Ibrahim Idoko, confirmed that the inauguration ceremonies held across the region on Friday were peaceful and well-organized, with local party officials attending the events.
The state chairmen, acting on behalf of Abure, read the national chairman’s speech during the ceremonies.
In his speech, Abure stressed the importance of early preparation, citing the challenges faced by the party during the 2023 elections.
“By planning ahead for the 2027 general election, we can avoid the fire brigade approach that was evident in 2023,” he remarked.
Abure emphasized that building a strong, well-structured party is key to realizing the vision of a New Nigeria.
“A New Nigeria cannot be achieved without a political party that is robust enough to defend our votes and uphold the values we stand for,” he stated, urging members to work together toward a united, revitalized Labour Party.
Abure further urged party members to be more proactive in engaging others to join the party.
He cautioned, “Those who are in the Labour Party but have not yet encouraged their friends, families, and followers to join need to rethink their approach if they wish to use the party’s platform for electoral success.”
Idoko also introduced the newly appointed State Coordinators and Secretaries for the Mobilisation and Integration Committees in the region: John Kwaghza (Benue), Kenneth Sunday (FCT Abuja), Philip Yakubu-Pam (Plateau), Ablaku Anthony (Nasarawa), and Ibrahim Sanusi (Kogi).
He called on the new leadership to remain dedicated and disciplined in their efforts to meet the ambitious target of 20 million new members.
“I believe in the ability of our team to deliver. With this new leadership, the Labour Party is set to achieve a landslide victory in the future elections,” Idoko concluded.
