Enugu North By-Election: Labour Party Hails INEC for Correcting Omission of Candidate

The Labour Party (LP) has reacted to its inclusion in the list of candidates for the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

INEC recently rectified the omission of the party and its candidate from the list of participants for the by-election scheduled for June 20, 2026.

In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, the party said it was important to note that when the commission initially released the list of political parties and candidates cleared to participate in the by-elections nationwide, the Labour Party and its candidate for Enugu North were omitted.

The party stated that the omission occurred despite its full compliance with all constitutional and statutory requirements.

According to the statement, following engagements with the leadership of INEC, the oversight was corrected and the party, along with its candidate, was duly included in the election.

“Consequently, the Party is entirely prepared to engage in the by-election and provide the residents of Enugu North with credible and people-focused representation for the remainder of the 10th Senate,” the statement read.

The party commended INEC for addressing the issue, noting that the action demonstrated responsiveness and strengthened public confidence in the electoral process.

“By ensuring that the appropriate actions were taken, the Commission has shown its responsiveness and strengthened public trust in the electoral process,” it added.

The Labour Party also expressed appreciation to its members, supporters and well-wishers for their concern and commitment following the initial omission.

It described their vigilance and steadfast belief in the party as invaluable.

“As the campaigns move into their final stages, the Labour Party wishes success to its candidates in Enugu North, Nasarawa North, Rivers South-East, and all its candidates participating in the various by-elections across the nation,” the statement said.

The party expressed optimism that the outcomes of the elections would not only favour its candidates but also deepen Nigeria’s democratic culture and strengthen public faith in the electoral process.