Labour Party Denies Zoning 2027 Presidential Ticket to South-East

The Labour Party (LP) has dismissed reports that its 2027 presidential ticket has been zoned to the South-East geopolitical zone.

In a statement issued on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the party clarified that it has not and will not zone any of its positions to any region or individual.

Speculation arose following a statement by the party on Sunday, titled “2027: Labour Party Still Available for Ndigbo to Realise Presidency – Abure”, which some interpreted as an indication that the ticket had been reserved for the South-East.

Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, who was the party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has been at the center of these speculations, with reports suggesting he may receive an automatic ticket for 2027.

However, LP has refuted these claims, insisting that no such decision has been made.

“The party did not at any time say it has zoned the presidency or any of its positions in the coming election,” the statement read.

It further explained that the party merely reiterated its commitment to providing a political platform for the South-East, just as it does for all Nigerians.

“The National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, on Saturday, while addressing South-East members of the party in the FCT, advised that Ndigbo can still achieve the presidency if they are more united and can reach out to other groups. He emphasized that the Labour Party remains a veritable platform for their aspirations,” the statement added.

LP reaffirmed its status as a national party with broad support across Nigeria, dismissing the idea of zoning its presidential ticket.

“In the 2023 general elections, the party won seats in the North and across the Southern states, and we are working hard to surpass that achievement in future elections,” it stated.