2027 General Elections: Meet Labour Party Presidential Aspirant Dr Peter Agada

 

"Arc. Dr. Peter Agada" is a 29-year veteran architect, infrastructure policy strategist, and acoustic design specialist. He’s the Principal of Cyrus Acoustics Sound C4i & Co. Limited, President of the Congress of Professionals, and currently serves as the *Shadow Minister of Infrastructure in the Big Tent Shadow Government.

Here’s who he is and why Nigeria needs him now:

WHO HE IS

1. The Architect of Substance:

29+ years in practice across Nigeria and Africa. Not just building design, but *acoustic architecture - the specialized field of soundproofing, acoustics, and facility performance for public buildings, studios, and industrial sites. That’s a rare skill set in Nigeria.

Infrastructure Designer: Has developed master plans for highways, oil & gas facilities, energy systems, multimodal transport, logistics hubs, agro-industrial clusters, tech parks, and military security infrastructure.

2. The Policy Architect 

President, Congress of Professionals since 2006*: Leads a team of global and local experts who design policy solution templates for government. They’ve been advising on infrastructure and economic planning for nearly 20 years.

Founder of http://LABOURDIRECT.COM*: A cross-sector digital platform that integrates policy and infrastructure planning for every sector of the economy. It’s a ready-made system government can adopt instead of starting from scratch.

3. The Political Operator 

Immediate Past Director of Finance, Obedient Movement: Managed finance and operations for one of Nigeria’s largest civic movements. Shows he can handle public funds and accountability.

Shadow Minister of Infrastructure: Directly responsible for policy blueprints on Energy, Works, Housing, and Urban Development. He’s already written the playbook for reform.

WHY NIGERIA NEEDS HIM NOW

Nigeria’s infrastructure crisis isn’t just lack of money. It’s waste, abandonment, and lack of integration. Arc. Dr. Agada hits all three problems at once:

Nigeria’s Problem — What He Brings

₦3T+ yearly waste from inflated contracts and abandoned projects  — Open BOQ + Acoustic expertise: He knows how to read a Bill of Quantities and spot inflated costs. As an architect, he understands that you don’t build without approved drawings and measured quantities.

12,000+ abandoned projects littering the country — Finish-first policy: His Congress of Professionals has been pushing “complete old projects before starting new ones” since 2006. He has the template.

Fragmented planning: Housing, energy, transport all operate in silos **Integrated master planning**: http://LABOURDIRECT.COM connects all sectors so roads, housing, energy, and logistics are planned together, not in isolation.

No trust in government spending — Transparency + accountability background: Finance director experience + shadow minister role means he understands public scrutiny and will deliver visible results.

Slow implementation: 2-3 years just for design and approvals — Ready-to-deploy solutions: He already has master plans and policy frameworks. You skip the consulting phase and move straight to execution.

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THE 100-DAY VALUE

If you appoint him today:

Day 30: He can audit and publish the real status of all abandoned FG projects using his BOQ expertise.

Day 60: He can roll out http://LABOURDIRECT.COM as the government’s infrastructure planning dashboard.

Day 100: He can break ground on 2-3 integrated projects that combine housing + energy + transport, because he’s designed them already.

The Architect’s Advantage: Most ministers are politicians. He’s a builder who understands policy. He doesn’t just talk infrastructure. He can draw it, cost it, build it, and defend it.

The Timing Advantage: Nigeria just removed fuel subsidy. People need to see visible infrastructure and housing delivery fast to restore trust. He has the designs and the delivery framework to do it.

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In one line: _Arc. Dr. Peter Agada is the man who can design the building, write the policy for it, cost it transparently, and deliver it without abandonment. He is the New Architect For A New Nigeria.

Labour Party 2027 Agenda: A New Architect For A New Nigeria As Architect Peter Agada Sets To Lead The Team (#PosterSpeaks)

Architect (Dr) Peter Agada has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election on the Labour Party (LP) platform.

Agada has reviewed blessings of many within and outside the party including   traditional rulers , among them is the Och’Idoma, Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John.

The Architect for a New Nigeria (Agada) made his ambition public and known during a visit to the Och’Idoma’s palace, where he led a delegation of young professionals and political associates to inform the paramount ruler of his presidential bid formally.

The LP aspirant was received by palace chiefs, youth groups, and traditional aides and used the occasion to outline his policy direction, anchored in what he described as “direct labour.”

Dr. Peter had in a series of statement identified insecurity, widespread youth unemployment, a weakening nai

ra, poor infrastructure and erosion of public trust as “major problems befalling us as a nation.”

According to Him, direct labour would prioritise security through community-led intelligence, supported by technology to safeguard both rural and urban areas He also proposed establishing industrial hubs across the geopolitical zones, focusing on agro-processing and solid minerals, to drive job creation for youth

Agada, on human capital development, advocated a national skills-to-industry programme, alongside urgent reforms in education and primary healthcare.

Highlighting governance, he promised inclusivity and stressed what he termed “competence without cronyism” to ensure all regions feel a sense of belonging..

“Nigeria needs execution, not excuses. Labour Direct is about putting Nigerians to work—securing them, skilling them

Agada, a member of the Big Tent Shadow Government serving as Minister of Infrastructure, Energy, Works, Housing and Urban Development, also previously chaired the Big Tent Support Group Council.

He is the Founder and Chairman of Cyrus Group Nigeria, described as the world’s largest acoustics organisation.

In his response, the Och’Idoma expressed support for the aspiration, noting the growing involvement of young people in national politics.“I am thrilled and excited that young people are banding together and networking,” the monarch said, praising Agada’s “boldness and demonstration of strength and capacity,” which he described as a source of pride for Idoma land.

The royal father, however, urged unity among the Idoma people.

“Unity among the Idoma has been largely lacking. If we must present our best to Nigeria, we must first be one at home,” he said.

He offered prayers for the success of the ambition and called on Idoma sons and daughters, both at home and in the diaspora, to support the project.

LABOUR PARTY (LP) RELEASES PRIMARY ELECTION TIMETABLE, SCHEDULES AND FEES FOR THE 2027 PRIMARY ELECTIONS

RE: "PRESS RELEASE FROM THE LABOUR PARTY (LP) NIGERIA 

Office of The National Publicity Secretary of Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria 

LP/NHQ/ONPS/PRIMARIES/2026/003

Dated: Sunday 3rd May, 2026

(1): In accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), the Electoral Act, 2026, and the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC's) Revised Timetable and Schedule of Political Parties Activities for the Conduct of the 2027 General Elections in Nigeria.

(2): The Labour Party (LP) hereby releases its timetable and schedule of activities for the sale of forms and expression of Interest for the  conduct of its 2026 primary elections in Nigeria 

(3): The below is the timetable and schedule of activities for the sales of forms and Conduct of the Labour Party (LP) party primaries:

(4): SALE OF NOMINATION FORMS: 

(a): Sale of nomination forms for all elective offices shall commence on Wednesday, 6th May, 2026 and end on Monday, 16th May, 2026

(b): STRUCTURED FEES FOR NOMINATION FORMS:

(i): . HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY: 

Expression of Interest Form: 

₦1,000,000

Nomination Form: 

₦2,000,000

Total: ₦3,000,000

(ii): . HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES: 

Expression of Interest Form: 

₦1,500,000

Nomination Form: 

₦3,500,000

Total: ₦5,000,000

(iii): . SENATE: 

Expression of Interest Form: 

₦2,500,000

Nomination Form: 

₦7,500,000

Total: ₦10,000,000

(iv): . GUBERNATORIAL:

Expression of Interest Form: 

₦5,000,000

Nomination Form: 

₦20,000,000

Total: ₦25,000,000

(vi): PLEASE NOTE;

His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti shall be presented with the Labour Party (LP) Governorship Forms   FOR FREE by the National Working Committee (NWC) as our appreciation for his commitment to rebuilding the Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria as the National Leader and OUR STAR ⭐ BOY

(vi):. PRESIDENTIAL:

Expression of Interest Form: 

₦10,000,000

Nomination Form: 

₦40,000,000

Total: ₦50,000,000

(5): . SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED FORMS:

Begins on Tuesday, 17th May 2026 and ends on Wednesday, 18th May, 2026.

(6): . SCREENING OF ASPIRANTS: 

a. House of Assembly and Governorship - 

20th May, 2026.

b. National Assembly and Presidential - 

22nd May, 2026

c. Publication of Screening Results: 

23rd May 2026. 

(7):. APPEALS/PETITIONS: 

a. House of Assembly and Governorship - 

24th May, 2026.

b. National Assembly and Presidential - 

25th May, 2026

c. Publication of Final List of Cleared Aspirants -  26th May, 2026.

(8):.  PARTY PRIMARIES:

(a): . House of Assembly and Governorship - 27th May 2026

b. National Assembly and Presidential - 

29th May 2026

 

(9): PLEASE NOTE: 

In line with the Labour Party Motto, which is Equal Opportunity and Social Justice, the party has also approved some concessions for the following categories of people: 

(a): FEMALE, PEOPLE LIVING with Disabilities and YOUTH (25-30 years) aspirants shall only be required to pay for the Expression of Interest Forms for all categories of positions.

 (b): MEMBERSHIP E-REGISTRATION 

Finally, the Labour Party urges all prospective aspirants for the 2027 elections who are yet to register with the Party to take advantage of the ongoing membership e-registration and register before the midnight of Monday, 4th May, 2026. 

Registration remains open from Sunday, 3rd May 2026 to midnight on Monday, 4th May 2026, ahead of the compilation and submission of the party’s membership register to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in compliance with the Electoral Act, 2026.

Signed:

 Ken Eluma Asogwa

National Publicity Secretary

3rd May 2026

Labour Party LP 

Forward Ever !

Oyo State Labour Party Press Statement: Public Disclaimer on one Alhaj Atayese Tunji Sodiq and Femi Emmanuel

The Oyo State Labour Party under the leadership of Sir Dele Abiola hereby inform the general public of the   impersonation of the party's leadership by one Alhaj Atayese Tunji Sodiq and one Femi Emmanuel parading themselves as the executive of the party in Oyo State.

We wish to inform the general public and the security operatives that they are impostors. Doing any business with them and their affiliates on behalf of the Oyo State Labour Party should be at a personal risk.

The duo have been parading themselves as the chairman and publicity secretary of the party in the state, calling on unsuspecting individuals to come to them for expression of interest for among other things.

We called on the security operatives of the Nigerian Police and the State Security Service to call the duo and their cronies to order.

For the public information, both the Abure's illegal convention and congresses have both been quashed both by the court and the just concluded National Convention of the party held in Umuahia, Abia State.

Thanks for your concerns.

E-signed 

Sir Dele Abiola 

Chairman, Oyo State Labour Party

CC:

Nigerian Police 

DSS 

Media 

Labour Party Convention Invalidate Julius Abure National Convention and congresses, Affirmed the Constitution of Senator Nenadi Esther Usman Led NWC

At the ongoing elective National Convention in Umuahia, Abia State, the delegates have Invalidated the purported national convention conducted by the ex-national chairman of the party Mr. Julius Abure. The convention also Invalidated congresses later conducted by the convention.

However, the convention ratified the then appointment of the Senator Nenadi Esther Usman led interim National Working Committee.

Up to eleven motions were moved and passed by the convention. Among those that moved the motions and seconded it are the National Youth Leader Comrade Anslem Eragbe and Mrs. Nike Oriola moved and seconded the motions invalidating the the congresses conducted the by Abure. Another motion also affirmed the constitution of the interim state working committee across the states of the federation.

The just conducted wards, locals and States congresses were also adopted and unanimously passed by the convention.

Among other motions moved and passed they the NEC in section is the Commendation votes in favour of INEC, Judiciary, Alex Otto led management of the Labour party and Senator Nenadi Esther Usman led national working committee (interim) for restoring stability to the Labour Party (LP)

Ahead of the delegates votes, the convention also moved, seconded and passed the resolution of the interim National Working Committee for the proper conductions of the substantial elective national working committee.

Coming News: Labour Party National Convention to elect National Officers for the party holds today April 28, 2026 at Umuahia, Abia state

Coming News

R E M I N D E R

Labour Party National Convention to elect National Officers for the party holds today April 28, 2026 at Umuahia, Abia state.

Time: 12noon forward.

The Theme of the Convention is — Labour Party Rising: United in Victory

OGUN LABOUR PARTY CONGRESS: HOW APAGUN OLAOLU SAMUEL BABATUNDE EMERGED CHAIRMAN, DEFYING ALL ODDS

Abeokuta, Ogun State

Apagun 

The Ogun State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) successfully conducted its State Congress on April 25, 2026, defying all anticipated challenges to produce a new set of executive committee members.

In a decisive electoral victory, Apagun Olaolu Samuel Babatunde emerged as the new State Chairman of the party. His emergence, however, was against the wish and interest of some gang-up opportunists who paraded themselves as leaders. Despite their machinations, the majority will of true party members prevailed.

The congress was held against all odds, yet it remained peaceful, transparent, and orderly. Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were seated at the high table throughout the process, witnessing and validating the conduct of the exercise.

The newly elected executive members, led by Chairman Apagun Olaolu Samuel Babatunde, immediately took their oaths of office and were inaugurated, officially commencing their tenure to steer the party’s affairs in Ogun State.

In his acceptance speech, Apagun reiterated that Enough is Enough, as Labour Party shall no longer preserve the transactional political class, who only uses her platform to cash out during the election season. He admonished the members to stand up and fight for the political emancipation of Nigeria as the political space has been overheated by the incumbent government. He asserted that we have done it before even when we were not organized, we will repeat the political tsunami of 2023 with courage, repositioning and rebranding of the party for greater acceptance.

Without mincing words, the radiation of joy and happiness in the faces of all the attendees is a confirmation that the congress was successful, credible, and a clear rebuke to anti-democratic elements within our ranks.

Signed:

Kika Glasgow 

Publicity Secretary,

Labour Party, Ogun State

PRESS STATEMENT : ABURE FACTION’S PLOT TO DISRUPT STATE CONGRESSES FAILED; FRESH PLOT TO DISRUPT 28TH APRIL NATIONAL CONVENTION UNCOVERED — SOUTH WEST CHAIRMEN RAISE ALARM

Friday, 25th April 2026

ATTENTION: National Leadership, Labour Party | INEC | DSS | Nigeria Police Force | General Public.

We, the State Working Committee members of the Labour Party across the six South West states, wish to alert the National Leadership, INEC, security agencies, and the general public to a sinister plot by political contractors loyal to the Julius Abure faction to disrupt the activities of the Labour Party.

Our Findings:

1. Failed Disruption: The Abure faction attempted to disrupt the State Congresses held across the country today, Friday, 25th April 2026. Their plot failed due to the vigilance of party members and security agencies.

2. New Threat: we have credible intelligence that the same elements, many of whom earlier defected to the ADC, are now mobilizing to stage protests and cause chaos at the National Convention scheduled for Monday28th April 2026.

3. Bad Faith & Hypocrisy: these individuals abandoned the party but rushed back only after recent court rulings affirmed the Nenadi Esther Usman and Senator Darlington Nwokocha-led National Working Committee as the authentic leadership. On record, Julius Abure conducted his own congresses in December 2025 without involving us. Despite several reconciliation attempts, they rejected peace and now demand inclusion after the process is concluded.

Our Position:

1. The Ward, Local Government, and State Congresses in the South West were duly organized, conducted, and concluded. New executives have emerged to pilot the affairs of the party.  

2. We call on the National Leadership not to allow these political contractors to derail the party. They were the architects of Abure’s travails and must not be allowed to distract us again.  

3. We urge INEC, DSS, and the Nigeria Police to secure the venue of the 28th April National Convention and prevent impostors from undermining the party’s democratic process.

The task before us is enormous: grassroots outreach, mass mobilization of Nigerians into the Labour Party, and strategic planning to win elections. We refuse to be distracted by elements whose only trade is crisis.

The South West Labour Party is united, focused, and moving forward.

Forward Ever, Backward Never.

Signed:

For and on behalf of the State Working Committee Members

Labour Party, South West Region

Osun, Oyo, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Ekiti States

Through:

Hon. Mustapha Adebayo Muhydeen

State Chairman, Labour Party, Osun State

#PHOTOSPEAKS: Ogun State Labour Party Installs New Leadership

 

Apagun Olaolu Samuel has been elected as the substantive Labour Party Chairman for Ogun State.

Breaking: Oyo State Labour Party Inaugurate New EXCOS

 The Labour Party, Oyo State Chapter today inaugurated new State Working Committee for the party in the state. This was immediately after the State Congress that produced consensus candidates that spread across the three senatorial districts and seven geopolitical Zones of of Oyo State.

Sir Dele Abiola from Ogbomosho South retained the chairmanships position while Mr. Solomon Oloyede also retained secretary position from Ibarapa zone.

Mr. Tiamiu Lawal is the first deputy chairman. Comrade Reverend Enoch Babalola A  and Comrade Ronald Taiwo are the NLC and TUC Deputy Chairmen respectfully.

From Ibadan Zone, Mrs TEMITOPE Esther ADEGBOLA was elected Deputy Chairman (woman) and Mr. Gbenga Alabi also retained Deputy Chairmanship position from the zone.

While Mr Olufayo Mayowa remained as the State Treasurer , Mr.  Jamiu Sulaiman Eniola is the State Youth Leader from Iseyin- Oke-Ogun Zone.

Yeye Omotayo Oyinlola is the Women Leader.

Engr SALAUDEEN ABDULRAHMAN AYOBAMI is the Financial Secretary of the party.

Other include: Fadeyi Shaeed — Deputy Youth Leader Prince Oyekunle Sulaiman O. — Deputy Youth Leader .

 Osho Funmilayo — deputy chairman Women's Leader 

 Mrs Adebanju Mosunmola — Deputy Women's Leader 

 Mrs Omolara Ayisat Bello — Deputy Women's Leader 

 Alhaj Akwwusola Moshood — Auditor

 Barr. Toba Olorunfemi — Legal Adviser

Mr. Oladepo Fatai— Organizing Secretary

 Adegoke Ayo Amos — Assistant Secretary

The Congress committee Chairman and members admonished the Newly inaugurated State Working Committee to put in all of their efforts in resuscitating the party in the State by embracing a strategy of aggressive mobilisation of new and old members into the party.

Officers of the Nigerian Politics and men of the department of State Security Service were all present at the NLC Secretariat, Agodi, the venue of the state Congress 

The Newly inaugurated Chairman of the party in the State sir Dele Abiola stated his renewed commitment towards rebuilding the party calling on all members of the new EXCOS that in unity , rebuilding of the party is absolutely possible as 2027 general elections are already here.

The Oyo State Labour Party's working committee went into an inaugural meeting immediately where they discussed the pertinent issues towards bringing the party to frontline in the state.

Janet Adeagbo

PRESS RELEASE : SENATOR USMAN PARTICIPATES IN WARD CONGRESS AS LABOUR PARTY (LP) BEGINS NATIONWIDE EXERCISE, COMMENDS INEC FOR PROFESSIONALISM

 

"The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, today participated in the party’s ward congress in her Jere South Ward, Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The exercise was held jointly with Jere North Ward at the same venue.

Speaking after observing the process, Senator Usman noted that ward members peacefully elected new executives to manage party affairs at the grassroots level. This marks the commencement of our congresses with the ward level. 

What you have seen here are Jere North and Jere South conducting their congresses together, as is customary. New executives have been duly elected, she said.

She outlined the next phases of the exercise, stating that the party will proceed to local government and state congresses before culminating in a national convention scheduled to hold in Umuahia, Abia State on Tuesday 28th April, 2026.

On inclusivity, Senator Usman re-affirmed the party’s commitment to gender balance, emphasizing the importance of increased female participation in leadership, particularly in party administration.

Ward congresses were conducted nationwide across the 8,809 political wards in Nigeria. The elected ward executives are expected to participate in the forthcoming local government congresses scheduled for April 24, 2026, followed by state congresses on April 25, leading to the national convention on April 28, 2026.

Senator Usman expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exercise, describing it as orderly and well-coordinated. She commended INEC for its prompt deployment of monitoring teams across the country.

“Reports from across the federation indicate that the exercise was largely peaceful and well-organised, with INEC playing a commendable role through timely monitoring, she stated.

She urged party members to sustain the peaceful conduct observed during the ward congresses throughout the remaining stages of the process, including the national convention.

Ken Eluma Asogwa

Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman, Distinguished Senator Nenadi Usman, Ph.D

April 23, 2026"

Labour Party (LP)

Forward Every !/

COURT OF APPEAL DISMISSES ABURE’S APPEAL, CENSURES HIM FOR ABUSING JUDICIAL PROCESS

PRESS RELEASE FROM THE LABOUR PARTY

LP leaders and lawyers 

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has, in a unanimous judgment delivered by a three-member panel of Justices, dismissed the appeal filed by Barrister Julius Abure challenging the leadership of the Labour Party.

It will be recalled that on 21st January 2026, Hon. Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, reaffirmed the earlier judgement of the Supreme Court that removed Barr. Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party and directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise Senator Nenadi Usman as the legitimate leader of the Party, to the exclusion of all others.

Dissatisfied with that decision, Barr. Abure approached the Court of Appeal in suit No. CA/ABJ/CV/255/2026 – Barr. Julius Abure & Anor v. Sen. Nenadi Esther Usman & 3 Ors – seeking to overturn the judgment of the lower court.

In the lead judgment delivered by Justice Oyejoju Oyewumi, with Justices A. B. Mohammed and Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike concurring, the appellate court affirmed the decision of the Federal High Court. The court held that the Supreme Court had, on 4th April 2025, conclusively settled the leadership dispute within the Labour Party when it nullified the convention that purportedly returned Barr. Abure as National Chairman.

The appeal court agreed with the trial court that the court below had the powers under Section 251 of the Constitution to compel a statutory Federal Government agency to perform its functions when it ordered the INEC to recognise Senator Nenadi Usman as the national chairman of the Labour Party. The appeal court also agreed with the trial court that the constitution of the Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party headed by Usman was a doctrine of necessity needed to provide leadership in the party when there seemed to be a vacuum in the party. 

The Justices strongly criticised Barr. Abure for abuse of court process and for going on forum shopping in a Nasarawa State High Court on a matter already decided by the Supreme Court and for persisting in laying claim to the leadership of the Party despite the clear and unambiguous pronouncement of the apex court. The Court further held that the appeal was devoid of merit and constituted an abuse of court process.

Consequently, the Court, while dismissing the appeal by Barr. Abure, imposed a cost of Ten Million Naira (N10,000,000) against him for wasting judicial time on a matter that had already been conclusively determined. 

Reacting to the judgment, the Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, described the ruling as a victory for democracy and the rule of law. She commended the judiciary for its courage and steadfastness in upholding justice despite attempts by certain elements to undermine its integrity.

Senator Usman also expressed gratitude to party faithful and supporters across the country for their patience, loyalty, and unwavering commitment during the period of uncertainty. She urged all stakeholders to remain focused on the Party’s forthcoming congresses and national convention.

The Party further appreciates members of the media for their professionalism and objective reporting and calls on Nigerians to continue to place their trust in the Labour Party as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 *Ken Eluma Asogwa* 

Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman

21st April, 2026

OPINION: A FOWL THAT DOWNCAST THE CORPUS — Apagun

SAGAMU, NIGERIA. 19th of April, 2026.

Apagun Olaolu Samuel on a live interview with the crew of HotNews Naija, spoke of a mythic meditation on factionalism, accountability, and the peril of opportunistic reconciliation with people of questionable character, who in one way or the other has helped to plunge Labour Party at her most glorious moment into unnecessary and tumultuous in-fighting, opportunistic transactions through unholy alliances and a total mismanagement of the party's goodwill because of their self interest, should be forgotten claiming it's good riddance to bad rubbish.

He asserted that in the long arc of any political dispensation, disputes leave footprints that outlive the brief heat of contest as it is well crafted in a Yoruba proverb that  _"Adiye to ba da'fa ni, oun náà laa fi ko."_  Literally meaning, a fowl that down casted the corpus will surely be used to atone for the desecration. The fowl spoken of in Yoruba myth as one that down casts the Corpus is not merely a creature of superstition; it is a lantern held up to illuminate how dignity can be wounded when haste meets opportunism. Apagun Olaolu Samuel uses that ancient frame to reflect on a recent interview granted by one suspended member of Labour Party, a meddlesome interloper, transactional politician and a political tramp in person of Mr. Sunday Abayomi Onigbinde whose political stage name is Arabambi.

Apagun Olaolu Samuel acclaimed that Arabambi must have spoken out during his period of hallucinations or rather been intoxicated by another deal attracted, snapped, trapped and strapped to his frivolous political ambition through the ruling party just like he did in 2023. A character like Arabambi is not supposed to be patronized by the gentlemen of the press if they were not promoting division in the fold of Labour Party knowing fully well that he has been given an indefinite suspension.

Ogun State LP
 Chair, Apagun 

He equally lambasted a passage within the Labour Party: a faction that once undermined our collective interest, questioned our authenticity, and disrupted our meetings, arrested us with the help of DSS and the Nigerian Police at one point or the other. Now, with a climate of potential reconciliation on the horizon, they masquerade themselves as leaders in Ogun State as we pause to consider how to rebuild without surrendering the core principles that gave us our strength.

He continues by saying "Eewo kii r'Egbe ka mọ, to ba de tan, latowo ntà." literally asserting, the sense that certain transgressions cannot be anticipated by those who are comfortable, until the moment of reckoning arrives.When an abomination is on a journey, recompense seem to be oblivious, but upon arrival, there shall be cries and gnashing of teeth.

 

The proverb warns against complacency: time may reveal motive, and accountability must follow action. In his words, he interpreted the fowl as embodiment of a past faction within the Labour Party whose actions disrupted common pursuit, undermined trust, and challenged collective authenticity.

The myth invites a disciplined response: acknowledge harm, demand transparency, uphold shared ethics, as the Corpus represents the shared project, the public trust, and the legitimacy of a political community acting for the common good. When the Corpus is cast down, the political community must decide how to rise with integrity without replacing principled disagreement with coerced alignment

APAGUN CAUTIONS MEDIA OVER ARABAMBI’S CLAIMED ALLIANCE WITH THE PRESIDENCY

Abeokuta, Nigeria – Apagun has issued a stern warning to members of the press regarding recent statements credited to Sunday Abayomi Onigbinde popularly known as Arabambi. 

In a swift response, Apagun described Arabambi as a “suspended character, transactional politician and an impostor” who serves as “a well-known instrument of division and destruction in the hand of the ruling political party.” Apagun urged journalists to cease giving Arabambi undue recognition and to stop attributing to him offices he does not hold. 

"As far as the Labour Party is concerned, Arabambi is persona non grata. He holds no office such as the Southwest Chairman as is being erroneously claimed," as it will be in the best interest of the party to maintain the calmness and relative peace we are having now after the suspension of Arabambi and his likes. If Arabambi and his cohorts has renewed their mandate to destroy Labour Party, he should come out and tell the whole world. He should come and tell us where he met with Governor Alex Otti to nurse such an idea. 

Let it be published and broadcasted across Nigeria, Labour Party is leaving no stone unturn as we prepare for 2027. We have no reason to adopt a retrogressive political party or support a government that has woefully failed Nigerians.

DEMOCRACY IN PERIL: Opposition Parties Cry Foul Under Tinubu Govt"

Apagun 

The Labour Party's Ogun State chairman, Apagun Olaolu Samuel, has expressed his deep thoughts about Nigeria's democracy, in a live interview with Adesina Alabi and Oluwafunmilayo Alex Oni in the FRONTIER MORNING SHOW. He stated that democracy in Nigeria is in an extreme perilous moment as gladiators and Nigerians can no longer express their aspirations through the political party of their choice. He stated that when the polity is been overheated, and the political drums is been overtly or covertly over beaten, then the drums are destined for destruction.

"The 2027 general elections is obviously going to be between the masses and the INEC, as it has been already conscripted for the ruling party before it started through a well laid and paid scientific rigging plan" He further submitted that we are tilting and drifting towards Tinubu turbulence moment of Nigeria state capture as many of the institutional agencies are now standing on his mandate.

Without mincing words, he asserted that Nigeria is in a tough spot under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, alleging opposition parties are being sidelined and caged as Nigeria is sliding towards becoming a one party state under his watch. He's not happy about unfulfilled campaign promises and dwindling support for education, emphasizing that democracy should protect both the majority and minority voices.

On the other hand, Ogbemi Segun Amure, the spokesperson to the deputy speaker of Osun State House of Assembly warns that democracy needs a strong opposition to survive, pointing out that many parties face leadership issues and systemic difficulties through strategic interference by the ruling party . He's also concerned about delays in local government allocations of Osun State weakening democratic structures.

In contrast,.Comrade Opeyemi of RELAX Tinubu will Fix Nigeria, defends Tinubu's admin, saying the president's working to address economic challenges and it's unfair to blame him alone for the nation's financial situation.

Quit Notice to Transactional Political Class in Ogun Labour Party

Apagun 

In a dramatic twist of events within the Ogun State chapter of the Labour Party, a familiar pattern of political opportunism has once again reared its ugly head—one that calls for urgent attention, clarity, and decisive action.

The group formerly aligned with the Abure-led faction—whose actions were marked by hostility, intimidation, and outright repression of dissenting voices—have suddenly rebranded themselves as loyalists of the Sen. Nnenadi Usman-led leadership. These are individuals who, not too long ago, actively maligned her supporters, orchestrated their harassment, and in some cases, facilitated their unjust arrests and disruption of their meetings through the unlawful acts of the law enforcement agencies. Today, in a stunning display of political convenience, they parade themselves as defenders of the very cause they once undermined, underrated, denigrated and suffocated.

This sudden transformation did not occur in a vacuum. It followed the court judgment of January 21st, a ruling that altered the internal balance of power and exposed the fragility of loyalties built not on ideology, but on access to influence. Faced with a new political reality, these actors have retreated from their former positions and embarked on what can only be described as a political pilgrimage—jetting off to Abuja and Umuahia, eager to capture photographic evidence of proximity to perceived centers of authority.

Their strategy is clear: to leverage these carefully curated moments—selfies with prominent figures—to create an illusion of endorsement, legitimacy, and insider status and boastfully claim in the public space that they have settled everything with Sen. Nnenadi Usman and Governor Alex Otto of Abia State. This deceptive optics is then deployed back home in Ogun State to mislead party faithful, manipulate public perception, and reinsert themselves into positions of relevance and control.

But let it be said unequivocally: proximity is not loyalty, and opportunism is not leadership.

The Labour Party, as a movement, was built on principles of justice, integrity, and people-centered governance. It cannot afford to be hijacked by transactional politicians whose memories of their past deeds are still very fresh with us, and their allegiance shifts with the winds of power. The party’s future depends on consistency, accountability, and a firm commitment to its founding ideals—not on recycled actors seeking rehabilitation without remorse or restitution.

This is, therefore, a formal notice—a political and moral quit notice—to all those who view the party as a platform for personal advancement rather than collective progress. Ogun State Labour Party must not be reduced to a marketplace of influence where loyalty is traded and principles are negotiable. Those who refuse to give official recognition to whom is due, having been approved and appointed by the Sen. Nnenadi Usman led Labour Party, subtly working through an interface and a support group platform of LPPMC, and who never for once acknowledge or respect any invitation extended to her cannot claim to be seeking reconciliation as they were actually lobbying for reconstitution of Labour Party in Ogun State.

True members and supporters must remain vigilant. The struggle to build a credible alternative political force requires not just participation, but discernment. Not everyone who speaks the language of reform believes in it. Not everyone who poses for pictures represents progress.

The time has come to draw a clear line.

Those who once stood against the movement, who undermined its values and oppressed its members, must not be allowed to rewrite history of Ogun State Labour Party without recourse to accountability. Redemption, if it is to be considered at all, must come with honesty, restitution, and a demonstrable commitment to change—not mere optics and opportunistic alignment.

Ogun Labour Party belongs to its genuine members—the resilient, the consistent, and the principled. It is not a refuge for political nomads seeking relevance in every new power configuration.

Let this serve as both a warning and a call to action. We are watching with keen interest, as we will not allow our labour to go down the drain, your actions and inactions to engage lobbyists working in your interests through internal mechanism of the party are laid bare and all who participate in the exercise will get their names written in the history book of our great party.

The era of transactional politics must end. The future demands integrity.

EASTER CELEBRATION: Oyo State Labour Party interim chairman and excos Felicitate With Christians

The Oyo State Labour Party's Interim Chairman and EXCOS under the leadership of Sir Dele Abiola wish to extend our warmest Easter greetings to all Christian brethren in Oyo State and beyonds.

Our prayer is that the resurrection power of this moment brings new life, strength, unity, and success to our dear State and the country at large. May the risen Christ inspire hope, ignite joy, and bring peace to your heart and home .

May this season inspire us to rise above challenges, grow stronger as a family, and achieve greater Victories.

Wishing you all joy, peace, and abundant blessings.

Happy Easter celebration.

 Oloyede Solomon ( interim secretary

Labour Party (LP) Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket To Southern Nigeria As Bayelsa State High Court dismissed Abure's Chairmen Application

Usman 

The Nigeria's opposition Labour Party (LP)  has Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket to Southern Nigeria as the party rescheduled it's earlier Congresses And National convention till further notice after setting up the conversation central planning committee.

The national interim Chairman of the party Senator Nenadi Usman confirmed that its 2027 presidential ticket will be zoned to southern Nigeria, ruling out aspirants from the Northern geopolitical Zones.

 Usman made the announcement during a recent interview, as the party prepares for the next general elections in 2027.

 She also addressed a court case filed by some state chairmen under the former Acting National Chairman, Julius Abure whose tenure expired on 8th June 2024 and was sacked by the Supreme Court Judgement of 4th April 2025 in Suit No: SC/CV/56/2025  

Usman noted that their suit was challenging the dissolution of the illegal and voided congresses of December 2025 by the national executive council (NEC) conducted by Abure and his expired executives who had no Jurisdiction.

Nenadi said that the Yenagoa, Bayelsa state High Court dismissed the applicants suit for lacking merit. Nenadi explained that the court reviewed the matter filed by the claimants as lacking in Jurisdiction and ruled in favor of her National Executives whom the Court noted were on the side of truth, legality and party integrity.

On the party congress scheduled for March 26 - 31, 2026 and national convention earlier slated for 11th April, 2026, Usman revealed that the growing number of new members informed the desires for the earlier date to be adjusted. 

She stressed that the decision for the new date would be made collectively to ensure internal democracy and fair participation, noting that the party prioritizes proper representation over sticking rigidly to dates.

Regarding presidential aspirants, Usman stated that the Labour Party does not actively solicit candidates. Interested aspirants must voluntarily choose to run under the LP platform, and the winner of the internal primaries will be the candidate. 

She emphasized that the zoning decision ensures the next presidential candidate will come from southern Nigeria strictly.

When asked about former leaders such as Peter Obi, Usman said they have expressed no intention to return, and the party respects their decision. 

She also confirmed that a petition has been filed with the Nigerian Police regarding recent attacks on party's national secretariat on 10th February, 2026 and members of the party's security guards, assuring that perpetrators will be held accountable as a deterrent.

Usman’s statements reinforced the Labour Party’s commitment to internal democracy, political offices and regional zoning, and organizational growth as it positions itself for the 2027 elections, while maintaining credibility amid rising membership and legal scrutiny.

PRESS RELEASE: LABOUR PARTY POSTPONES CONGRESSES AND CONVENTION, INAUGURATES PLANNING COMMITTEE

The Labour Party has announced the postponement of its scheduled congresses and national convention earlier billed to commence on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

It would be recalled that, according to the party’s previously released timetable, ward congresses were slated for March 26, 2026, followed by local government congresses on March 28, state congresses on March 31, while the national convention was scheduled to hold on April 11, 2026.

However, arising from a combined stakeholders’ meeting involving members of the Interim National Working Committee (NWC) and representatives of the labour unions, the party resolved to shift the exercise. The decision is aimed at providing ample opportunity for members and prospective Nigerians to participate fully in the ongoing membership re-registration exercise.

As part of efforts to ensure a seamless and credible process, the party has also inaugurated a 45-member Congresses and Convention Committee. The committee is chaired by Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, member representing Isiala Ngwa South/Isiala Ngwa North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

Other members of the committee include Comrade Salisu N. Mohammed, Hon. Obinna Aguocha, Hon. Amaobi Ogah, Hon. Ibe Okwara, Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, Hon. Alozie Munachim Ikechi, Hon. Benedict Etanabene, Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa, Comrade Lawson Osagie, Mrs. Imaobong Ufot, among others.

While inaugurating the committee, the National Chairman of the party, Senator Nenadi Usman, charged members to discharge their responsibilities with utmost diligence, impartiality, and commitment. She urged them to take full advantage of the postponement to ensure that all necessary preparations are thoroughly completed, guaranteeing hitch-free congresses and convention.

The party appeals to its members, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and its teeming supporters nationwide for their understanding regarding this adjustment. It assured that a new timetable will be communicated in due course.

 Ken Eluma Asogwa

Senior Special Adviser (Media)

to the Interim National Chairman

APAGUN SPITS FIRE, WARNS IMPOSTORS IN OGUN STATE LABOUR PARTY

Apagun 

The Ogun State Labour Party's Interim Chairman Apagun Olaolu Samuel has sternly warned impostors in the state presenting themselves as the party's Leaders to the people within and outside the state.

The party's leadership in Ogun State said in a statement signed by the interim Chairman that it's attention has been drawn to acts of impersonation by one Comrade Lookman Abiodun Jagun, falsely claiming to represent the party in various capacities.

The part categorically stated that Comrade Jagun's tenure as Caretaker Chairman ended with the Abure-led National Working Committee (NWC)

-And that Apagun Olaolu Samuel is the legitimate State Chairman, appointed by Sen. Nnenadi Esther Usman led National Working Committee of the party with an appointment letter dated December 5, 2025

The party equally warned that any transactions, statements, or actions taken by Jagun or any other impostors in the name of Labour Party Ogun State are invalid, null, and void and those dealing with they are doing so at their personal risks. 

"We condemn this act of impersonation and warn the public to beware of such deceitful tactics. We urge all party members, stakeholders, and the general public to deal only with authorized party officials." The statement said.

READ THE STATEMENT IN PART:

DATE: March 21, 2026

The attention of the Labour Party Ogun State Chapter has been drawn to acts of impersonation by Comrade Lookman Abiodun Jagun, falsely claiming to represent the party in various capacities.

This is to inform the public that:

- Comrade Jagun's tenure as Caretaker Chairman ended with the Abure-led National Working Committee (NWC)

- Apagun Olaolu Samuel is the legitimate State Chairman, appointed by Sen. Nnenadi Esther Usman, national executive, in a letter dated December 5, 2025

- Any transactions, statements, or actions taken by Jagun in the name of Labour Party Ogun State are invalid, null, and void

We condemn this act of impersonation and warn the public to beware of such deceitful tactics. We urge all party members, stakeholders, and the general public to deal only with authorized party officials.

Any attempt to misrepresent or impersonate Labour Party officials will be met with swift legal action. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our party and the interests of Ogun State.

Signed,

Apagun Olaolu Samuel

State Chairman, Labour Party, Ogun State