The general public, particularly all Labour Party (LP) supporters across the country, are hereby notified that on 26th November, 2025, the High Court of Abia State sitting in Isiala Ngwa granted an interim order in Suit No: HIN/47/2025.
The order, sought by Hon. (Sir) Emmanuel Nwaeze Otti, restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Barr. Julius Abure and his illegal National Working Committee from proceeding with their purported and unlawful ward, local government, and state congresses.
The Labour Party (LP) therefore urges its teeming members nationwide to completely disregard the so-called illegal and unlawful congresses being promoted by Julius Abure and his associates.
These illegal exercises have already been declared null and void by a court of competent jurisdiction. As a law-abiding political party, we enjoin all our members to respect and comply with the court’s directive.
The Labour Party congresses will commence soon, and members will be duly informed once the details are finalised.
In the same vein, the Labour Party calls on the Inspector-General of Police, who is the 6th Defendant/Respondent in the matter, to ensure the arrest and prosecution of anyone organising or participating in any purported Labour Party congresses scheduled for 2nd, 4th, or 6th December, 2025 or on any other dates, except such activities are duly authorised by the legitimate leadership of the Party headed by Senator Nenadi Usman.
Furthermore, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), who is the 7th Defendant/Respondent, being a responsible and law-abiding institution, is advised to dissociate itself from this illegality being orchestrated by individuals determined to tarnish the hard-earned reputation of the Commission.
In line with the Electoral Act and all relevant laws, the Labour Party (LP) will formally notify INEC of its authentic activities once its timetable for congresses and convention is released.
Ife Salako
Interim National Publicity Secretary
Labour Party (LP)
1st December, 2025
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