Why We Named Nenadi Usman Acting LP Chairman – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate for the Labour Party, has announced that Senator Nenadi Usman is now the Acting National Chairman of the party.

Usman was previously appointed the National Caretaker Committee Chairman in September 2024 during a meeting in Abia State that was also attended by Peter Obi.

In a statement on Wednesday, Obi explained that the decision was made during the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting and Stakeholders Interactive Townhall held in Abuja. The meeting was attended by several key figures, including Governor Alex Otti, Deputy Governor of Abia State Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, elected members of National and State assemblies, as well as leaders from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and other party leaders.

Obi emphasized that the meeting was vital for strengthening the party’s internal structure and unity. “The meeting was both timely and necessary as we continue to strengthen our internal structures, promote unity, and refocus our efforts on the mission of building a new Nigeria,” he stated. He added, “Together, we reaffirmed our dedication to the vision and principles that brought millions of Nigerians into this movement — a vision rooted in transparency, integrity, and service to the people.”

One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the unanimous appointment of Senator Usman as the Acting National Chairperson. Obi expressed full confidence in her leadership during this transitional period, saying, “We unanimously passed a vote of confidence in her leadership and believe she is well-positioned to steer the party in this transitional period.”

Obi also explained that the party’s stakeholders went to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to officially inform them about the decision. He added, “Following the NEC meeting, we proceeded to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to formally present the Supreme Court judgment which affirmed the party’s leadership transition and the validity of our NEC proceedings.” He stressed that this move was essential to ensure the proper recognition of Usman as the Acting National Chairman, emphasizing, “The leadership of our party must start on the right path to preserve the integrity of our internal democratic processes.”
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