Abia State Governor and National Leader of the Labour Party (LP), Alex Otti, has urged all elected candidates of the party to work together in order to secure victory in the 2027 general elections.
Otti made the call on Thursday during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja. He was represented by the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu.
The governor commended party members for the maturity displayed throughout the primary election process, describing it as a reflection of the growing strength and stability of the Labour Party.
He said Nigerians are looking up to the LP for credible leadership, progressive governance and practical solutions to the challenges confronting the country.
“As we move forward, I strongly urge every successful candidate to immediately reach out to fellow aspirants and their supporters,” Otti said.
“Elections within the party should never create permanent divisions. The contest is over. The assignment has just begun. We must bring everyone to the table and harness the strength, experience and networks of all those who participated in the process.”
The governor also urged candidates to work closely with stakeholders across their federal constituencies and senatorial districts, stressing that electoral success cannot be achieved in isolation.
“I also encourage our candidates to work in close synergy with their constituents, federal constituencies and senatorial districts. No candidate can achieve optimal success in isolation. We must run coordinated campaigns, share resources, mobilise our supporters collectively and speak with one voice on issues that matter to our people,” he stated.
According to Otti, the 2027 general elections will be won through party unity, discipline and a shared commitment to the aspirations of Nigerians.
“The 2027 general elections will not be won by individuals; they will be won by a united party, a disciplined structure and a shared commitment to the aspirations of Nigerians.
“We must therefore put aside personal interests and focus on the bigger objective of expanding the Labour Party’s presence at every level of governance,” he said.
He warned that political opponents would seek to exploit internal divisions within the party and urged members to remain united and focused.
“Our opponents will seek to exploit divisions among us. We must not give them the opportunity. Instead, let us present a united front, deepen our grassroots engagement and continue to earn the trust of Nigerian people through our conduct, our message and our performance,” he added.
Otti further charged party leaders and candidates to remain committed to building a stronger Labour Party capable of offering Nigerians a credible alternative.
“As leaders of this great movement, we have a historic responsibility to build a stronger Labour Party and offer Nigerians a credible alternative founded on competence, integrity and service.
“I am confident that if we remain united, focused and committed to our shared vision, victory will be ours in 2027,” he said.
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