“Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has made a significant shift in his stance by endorsing the party’s national chairman, Julius Abure. Obi’s endorsement came during his visit to the LP’s national headquarters in Abuja, where he was warmly received by Abure and other party leaders.
This marks a notable change of heart for Obi, who had previously abstained from the party’s controversial national convention, held in his home state, amidst a leadership crisis within the party. During his visit, Obi not only expressed support for Abure but also endorsed the newly elected National Working Committee (NWC) led by Abure.
In his address, Obi urged aggrieved party members to prioritize the welfare of Nigerians and the nation above personal interests. He emphasized the importance of unity within the party and pledged to work towards reconciling all factions involved in the party crisis.
Speaking in response, Abure expressed gratitude for the visit and emphasized the need for all dissenting voices to set aside personal interests and collaborate for the betterment of the party. He called for unity and cooperation in building a stronger LP that would effectively participate in the upcoming election season and contribute to the realization of a better Nigeria.
Abure’s remarks underscored the importance of putting aside personal differences in pursuit of a common goal—a sentiment echoed by Obi’s call for unity and focus on national development.”