The Acting National Chairperson of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, has declared that Julius Abure is no longer the party’s chairman, stressing that his tenure has expired in line with the party’s constitution.
In a strongly worded statement on Thursday, Usman praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for debunking claims that it had recognized Abure as chairman, saying no amount of “media propaganda or manipulation” can restore his mandate.
Abure’s Tenure Has Ended – Usman
The former Minister of Finance and one-time Senator representing Kaduna South stated that it was “insulting” for Abure to continue presenting himself as party chairman, despite lacking both legal and institutional legitimacy.
“We state emphatically and without equivocation: Mr. Julius Abure is the former National Chairman of the Labour Party. His tenure and legitimacy have long since expired,” Usman said.
INEC Discredits Claims of Abure’s Recognition
Senator Usman referenced a statement posted via INEC’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, where the commission denied restoring Abure as the party’s chairman. She said this public disclaimer directly invalidates Abure’s recent assertions.
“This unambiguous disclaimer, issued in real-time and without delay, exposes the falsehoods and desperation that have continued to emanate from Mr. Abure and his collaborators,” Usman said.
Labour Party Not a Private Enterprise, Usman Warns
Senator Usman described Abure’s continued claim to the leadership as a “desperate move” lacking in moral credibility and contrary to the party’s democratic principles.
“The Labour Party is not a personal enterprise; it is a vehicle of democratic ideals, built and sustained by the collective will of the people,” she emphasized.
She urged members of the party, civil society, and the general public to disregard Abure’s claims, branding them fake news and a distraction from the party’s focus on transparency and justice.
“Era of Impunity is Over” – Labour Party Leadership
Senator Usman reaffirmed her leadership and commitment to democratic values:
“As the Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, I reaffirm our commitment remains rooted in integrity, transparency, and the rule of law—not in brigandage or media stunts. The era of impunity is over. The Labour Party belongs to the people, not to a cabal.”
Conclusion
The leadership tussle in the Labour Party continues to deepen as the internal power struggle between Julius Abure and the newly recognized leadership under Nenadi Usman draws national attention. With INEC distancing itself from Abure, the spotlight is now on how the party reconciles its factions ahead of future elections.
