Tension is rising within Nigeria’s political landscape as the Labour Party has issued a stern 48-hour ultimatum to its former presidential candidate, Peter Gregory Obi, demanding he formally resign from the party following his alignment with a newly formed opposition coalition.
In a strongly worded statement released by National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the Labour Party distanced itself from the coalition, accusing it of being a platform for desperate and recycled politicians determined to reclaim power for selfish interests, not national development.
The party made it clear that it has no interest in joining the coalition, which it described as a gathering of individuals who had contributed to the mismanagement of Nigeria for decades. Ifoh stated that those pushing the often-repeated mantra that “a new Nigeria is possible” are misleading the people, adding that genuine transformation cannot emerge from political actors of the old order.
According to the party, Peter Obi’s association with the coalition contradicts the values and direction of the Labour Party. The statement condemned alleged secret meetings between Obi and select Labour Party members, aimed at convincing them to defect and join his new movement. The party, however, confirmed that many members have refused to follow him, choosing instead to remain committed to the Labour Party’s original vision.
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Reaffirming its independence and ideological purity, the Labour Party declared that any member involved in the coalition must resign within 48 hours. It warned that it will not tolerate dual loyalty or deceptive political alignments, stressing that no individual can serve two political agendas.
The party emphasized its commitment to a political structure rooted in integrity and youth empowerment, noting that over 70% of Nigeria’s population comprises young people who are disillusioned with the “old ways” of governance. According to Ifoh, these young Nigerians are seeking real change—not a return to power games orchestrated by entrenched political elites.
“This coalition is not the future,” the statement read. “It is a recycling ground for opportunistic politicians desperate to relaunch themselves into positions of influence. That is not how New Nigeria will emerge.”
The Labour Party insisted that only a focused and principled movement like theirs can truly lead Nigeria into a brighter, people-first future. The party urged its loyal members to stand firm, stay united, and safeguard the party structure as preparations for future elections intensify.
