Politics
Labour Party crisis: Lagos chapter demands Abure’s resignation
The Lagos State division of the Labour Party, LP, has called for the resignation of the National Chairman, Julius Abure, in order to preserve the party’s credibility. Rasheed Bamishe, the LP’s chairman in Lagos State, made this demand at the party’s headquarters in Lagos on Saturday. He urged the National Working Committee, the party’s Board of Trustees, and other pertinent stakeholders to block Abure from proceeding with his proposed National Convention scheduled for March 27, 2024.
Bamishe asserted that Abure should prioritize the interests of the party, suggesting that a Caretaker National Chairman be appointed to oversee State Congresses before organizing the National Convention. He stated, “We implore Barrister Abure to step down from his position in the party because the numerous allegations of corruption against him have severely tarnished the Labour Party’s reputation.” Bamishe expressed concern that Abure’s actions were undermining the party’s original purpose, established by its founders as a beacon of hope for countless Nigerians.
Furthermore, Bamishe accused Abure of attempting to monopolize control over the party, emphasizing that the Labour Party cannot function as a one-person enterprise. He highlighted allegations of dishonesty, forgery, and signature fabrication, which have brought disgrace to the party. Bamishe suggested that even if these accusations were unfounded, Abure should still step aside to allow for thorough investigations into the alleged fraud cases.
Bamishe criticized what he perceived as Abure’s reluctance to relinquish power despite mounting accusations against him, attributing it to a prevailing culture of impunity in Nigeria. He challenged Abure to disclose the location of the National Convention where he was elected as National Chairman. Bamishe warned against Abure’s purported plans to orchestrate another illegal convention to reinstall himself as the National Chairman, urging stakeholders to unite and explore legal avenues to ensure Abure’s removal from office and restore credibility, dignity, and integrity to the party.
Former House of Representatives member, Hon. Sylvester Ogbaga, has officially stepped down from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ogbaga, who represented the Abakiliki/lsu federal constituency of Ebonyi State from 1999 to 2023, made this announcement through a resignation letter dated April 24, 2024. The letter was addressed to the Chairman of the PDP Anmegu Enyigba ward and was also sent to the local government area (LGA) and state chairmen of the party.
In his resignation letter, Ogbaga stated, “I am writing to officially inform you of my resignation from the PDP. After careful evaluation and consideration of the current political climate within the party, I have decided to take a step back. Since 1998, I have remained a steadfast member of the PDP, contributing significantly to its growth with unwavering dedication and support.”
He emphasized that his decision to resign was personal and expressed gratitude for the leadership and support he received within the party. Ogbaga concluded his letter by wishing the PDP well in its future endeavors.
The Forum of All Progressives Congress State Chairmen has expressed full support for the party’s national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, by passing a vote of confidence in him.
A delegation comprising 37 state party chairmen asserted that there was an attempted coup to oust Ganduje from his position as APC National Chairman, but it was unsuccessful.
This declaration was made during a solidarity visit to the party’s secretariat in Abuja, where they reaffirmed their loyalty to Ganduje.
The acting chairman of the forum and Lagos APC chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, stated that they stand firmly behind Ganduje and are prepared to defend him against any external threats.
“We want to assure you that you remain the leader of our party. The individuals who announced your removal were not recognized members of the party to begin with. We will not allow you to face the same embarrassment as former chairmen of the party.”
“What they attempted was akin to a coup, but their efforts have been thwarted. Our presence here signifies our unwavering support for you at all times,” he emphasized.
Following the inability of the Southeast governors to conduct Local Government elections in their respective States, the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) has threatened a legal action against them if the situation remains the same in the next 60 days.
National Vice Chairman of the party, Southeast zone,Chilos Godsent disclosed this in a communiqué he released to newsmen after the 2024 annual zonal retreat of the party held at Awka, Anambra State.
ADC also requested the governors to “reconstitute fund and mandate the respective State Independent Electoral Commission to publish the timetable for Local Government Council Election in their respective states.
Godsent argued that the non existence of Democratic Local Government system violates Section 7 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. (Daily Sun)
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