Governor Alex Otti declares Labour Party crisis over as new leadership targets 2027 presidency

Governor Alex Otti says the Labour Party has overcome its internal crisis and is now ready for the 2027 elections under Nenadi Usman's leadership.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 1, 2026, 4:42 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Strategic Recovery and Internal Stability

The Labour Party is signaling a major political comeback following months of internal friction that once threatened its organizational viability. During the inaugural meeting of the party’s newly elected National Working Committee in Abuja on Thursday, Governor Alex Otti declared that the "worst is over" for the platform. He noted that the party has moved beyond its most difficult period and has emerged with greater discipline. According to the governor, the successful resolution of these conflicts has transformed the Labour Party into a more united entity, capable of mounting a serious challenge against the established political order in the next election cycle.

New Leadership and Successful Convention

The party’s new direction follows the elective national convention held on April 28 in Umuahia, Abia State. This convention resulted in the election of a new leadership structure headed by Nenadi Usman. Governor Otti praised the exercise for being peaceful and transparent, contrasting it with the administrative chaos of previous months. According to party reports, the convention saw the participation of over 25 state chairmen who were previously aligned with opposing factions. Many of these leaders have now been integrated into the new National Working Committee, a move intended to consolidate the party’s power base and prevent future splintering.

Reconciliation as a Core Priority

A central theme of the party’s recovery strategy is a broad based reconciliation effort. Governor Otti stated that the current leadership approach is one of "no victor and no vanquished," treating every member as a winner in the effort to save the party. He confirmed that doors remain open for former members to return, emphasizing that the immediate goal is to reintegrate those who felt alienated during the crisis. According to the governor, the success of these efforts is already evident in the cross-factional attendance at recent meetings, which he believes provides the stability necessary for a long term political campaign.