By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu
In a landmark ruling, Abuja’s Federal High Court has declared Julius Abure the legitimate chairman of the Labour Party, dismissing claims of leadership violations by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This verdict brings an end to the long-standing leadership tussle within the party.
This ruling is a significant victory for Abure, who has been embroiled in a leadership dispute with a faction led by Lamidi Apapa
The court’s decision validates Abure’s position as the National Chairman of the Labour Party, reaffirming the party’s legitimacy and stability. This ruling is a significant victory for Abure, who has been embroiled in a leadership dispute with a faction led by Lamidi Apapa.
The leadership crisis began when Apapa’s faction claimed that Abure’s suspension by Ward 3 in Uromi was legitimate. However, the Court of Appeal in Benin declared the suspension null and void, and the Supreme Court ultimately ruled that Apapa’s faction lacked the locus to act on behalf of the party.
The Federal High Court’s decision has far-reaching implications for the Labour Party:
With this ruling, the Labour Party can now focus on its political endeavors, free from the distractions of internal conflicts. Abure’s leadership has been reaffirmed, and the party can move forward with renewed stability and unity.
