Abure warns NDC against allowing Obi camp to dominate party structures

Politics

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — National Chairman of the Labour Party, Barrister Julius Abure, has cautioned the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) against allowing former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and his supporters to dominate the party’s structures, alleging that such alliances often lead to internal crises and leadership struggles.

Abure specifically commended NDC leader Senator Seriake Dickson for reportedly rejecting demands to allocate elective positions exclusively to Obi’s supporters, describing the move as a wise decision that could help preserve the party’s stability and independence.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Labour Party chairman claimed that the experience of his party during the 2023 general election should serve as a lesson to other political organisations seeking alliances with Obi and his political associates.

According to Abure, the Labour Party provided Obi and his supporters with a platform and support during the 2023 election cycle, but later faced internal disputes over the control and leadership of the party.

He alleged that some members of Obi’s camp sought to dismantle existing party structures from the ward level to the national leadership after benefiting from the platform.

“Obi and his followers are ingrates who will never remember the sacrifices you made for them,” Abure said, warning that conceding all elective positions to Obi’s supporters could pose political risks for any party.

The Labour Party chairman also accused Obi, Abia State Governor Alex Otti, and other elected officials of distancing themselves from the party after securing electoral victories under its platform.

He further claimed that internal disagreements within the Labour Party contributed to challenges surrounding the party’s leadership, which he alleged were later exploited by political opponents and other interested groups.

Abure maintained that Dickson’s decision to retain a balance of interests within the NDC was a prudent step that would protect the party from future internal conflicts and ensure that its leadership remains in control of its affairs.

He concluded by urging the NDC leadership to remain vigilant and avoid allowing any political group to dominate all levels of the party’s structure.

The statements reflect Abure’s position and allegations regarding the relationship between the Labour Party and supporters of Peter Obi.