The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced decisive steps to rebrand and reposition the Labour Party (LP) ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. In a statement, the President of the NLC, Comrade Joe Ajero, declared the enforcement of the resolutions of the NLC National Executive Council (NEC) to implement the “Terms of Settlement” with immediate effect. This move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the party’s structures and mobilize millions of Nigerians into its fold.

The NLC, exercising its prerogative as the owner of the Labour Party, has resolved to conduct an All-Inclusive and Expansive National Convention in 2025. This decision aligns with the Terms of Settlement brokered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on April 26, 2022, and executed between the NLC and LP on June 27, 2022. The strategy includes the composition of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Labour Party, with Comrade S.O.Z Ejiofor appointed as the LP BoT Chairman.

In a statement, the National Youth Leader of the Labour Party (2019-2024), Comrade Engr. Dr. Eragbe Anslem Aphimia, outlined the comprehensive plan to rebuild the party. The plan includes the conduct of congresses at various levels to elect substantive party structures nationwide. Ward Congresses will be held to elect Labour Party Ward Executive Council (WEC) structures across Nigeria’s 8,815 political wards for a three-year tenure. Similarly, Local Government Area (LGA) Congresses will elect LGA Executive Council structures across the 774 LGAs, while State Congresses will elect State Executive Council (SEC) structures across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Additionally, a Delegates Election will be conducted to elect representatives for the All-Inclusive and Expansive National Convention 2025. These delegates will vote for members of the Labour Party National Working Committee (NWC) for a four-year tenure. The convention itself will mark a significant milestone in the party’s rebranding efforts.

The NLC also announced the immediate commencement of an intensive membership drive aimed at mobilizing 15 million Nigerians into the Labour Party. Furthermore, all pending court cases related to the party’s internal matters are to be discontinued to ensure a smooth transition and focus on the party’s goals.

Comrade Engr. Dr. Eragbe Anslem Aphimia emphasized the importance of these measures, stating, “This is a new dawn for the Labour Party. We are committed to building a strong, inclusive, and progressive party that truly represents the interests of Nigerian workers and the masses.” He reiterated the party’s motto, “Forward Ever, Backward Never,” and called on Nigerians to support the rebranding efforts.

The NLC’s move to rebrand the Labour Party comes at a critical time as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. With these reforms, the party aims to position itself as a formidable force in the country’s political landscape.