The Labour Party Nigeria has scheduled its presidential primary for April 28 as part of a broader timetable for elective congresses and its national convention ahead of the 2026 electoral cycle.
The new dates were formally communicated to the Independent National Electoral Commission in a letter signed by the party’s Interim National Chairman, Nenadi Usman, and released to journalists in Abuja.
According to Usman, ward congresses will hold on April 23, followed by local government congresses on April 24 and state congresses on April 25, culminating in the national convention and presidential primary on April 28 at the International Conference Centre in Umuahia, Abia State.
She said the notification was in compliance with statutory provisions requiring political parties to inform the electoral body ahead of key internal processes.
“This correspondence is pursuant to the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 (as amended), INEC regulations, and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which mandate political parties to duly notify the commission of their congresses, conventions, and meetings,” Usman stated.
The party leadership explained that the revised timetable followed an earlier postponement aimed at broadening participation among members.
“The commission may recall that the party had earlier communicated the postponement of its scheduled activities to allow for wider participation, particularly to conclude the ongoing digital membership registration process,” she said.
“Accordingly, the party has now approved a new timetable for the conduct of its elective ward, local government, and state congresses, as well as the national convention.”
Usman urged INEC to direct its state offices to monitor the processes in line with its mandate.
“We kindly request the commission to notify its state offices to ensure effective and seamless monitoring of the congresses and convention,” she added.
She reaffirmed the party’s commitment to internal democracy and national development.
“The Labour Party remains committed to strengthening democratic processes and ensuring credible, transparent, and inclusive internal elections,” Usman said.
