The Labour Party has fixed May 23, 2026, as the date for its presidential primaries in preparation for the 2027 general elections, according to decisions reached at a recent meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) in Abuja. The meeting was attended by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, underscoring the party’s commitment to due process and electoral compliance.
As part of its outlined timetable, the party will submit its updated membership register to INEC on April 15, 2026. This step is seen as crucial in ensuring transparency and credibility in its internal processes ahead of the primaries. In addition to the presidential primary, the party has scheduled its governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and State House of Assembly primaries for May 15, 2026.
The NEC also expressed strong support for the actions taken by the party’s national leadership, particularly under the guidance of Nenadi Usman and Darlington Nwochocha. The council ratified the planned conduct of Ward, Local Government, and State Congresses, which are set to take place on March 26, March 28, and March 31, 2026, respectively. These congresses are expected to lay the groundwork for the party’s National Convention scheduled for April 11, 2026.
Beyond its electoral preparations, the NEC reviewed key internal developments affecting the party. It deliberated on recent disruptions at the party’s national secretariat, where unidentified individuals reportedly breached the premises. Following a detailed assessment of the situation and recommendations from its Peace, Reconciliation, and Disciplinary Committee, the NEC exercised its authority by suspending several members over allegations of indiscipline, anti-party conduct, and involvement in activities deemed harmful to the party’s unity and integrity.
In a bid to strengthen its organisational structure, the council endorsed the expansion of the party’s membership register through a hybrid system that combines digital registration with manual processes in underserved and rural communities. This approach is aimed at broadening participation, improving data management, and aligning with modern electoral practices as provided under the Electoral Act 2026.
Furthermore, the NEC resolved to address existing vacancies within the party’s structure by empowering the national leadership to appoint interim officials where necessary. These appointments will serve in an acting capacity to ensure continuity in administration until substantive leaders are elected through the appropriate congresses.
The party leadership also encouraged members to make use of established internal dispute resolution channels to address grievances. This, it noted, is essential for fostering unity, reducing conflicts, and maintaining cohesion as the party moves closer to the 2027 elections.
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