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2027: Why Peter Obi can’t rejoin Labour Party – Nenadi Usman
The interim national chairperson of the Labour Party, Nenadi Usman, has declared that it is no longer possible for the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return to its fold ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during an appearance on ARISE News Prime Time on Wednesday night, Usman explained that the party would strictly adhere to provisions of the Electoral Act governing party membership and candidate eligibility.
She noted that once the party’s membership register is closed and its electronic register submitted in line with statutory requirements, no new entrants can be admitted.
“It will be too late for Peter Obi to come back to the Labour Party because, according to the Electoral Act, once we close the register and submit the e-register, no one can join after that,” she said.
Usman stressed that the party would not allow any form of backdoor entry, insisting that compliance with electoral guidelines remains non-negotiable as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify.
Despite her position, the LP interim chairperson acknowledged Obi’s significant contributions to the party’s growth during the 2023 election cycle.
According to her, Obi’s candidacy elevated the party’s national profile and attracted widespread support across the country.
“Obi actually took the party to greater heights in 2023. There’s nobody who can match that momentum like he did,” she added.
She further disclosed that Obi played a pivotal role in drawing many individuals, including herself, into the party, noting that his message of equity and fair play resonated with a broad base of Nigerians.
Her remarks come amid ongoing political realignments and speculations surrounding potential alliances ahead of the next general elections, particularly involving opposition parties such as the African Democratic Congress.
The Labour Party’s stance signals a firm commitment to internal rules and timelines, even as the political landscape continues to evolve in the lead-up to 2027.
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