The ongoing crisis within the Labour Party (LP) has taken a new turn as the Senator Nanedi Usman-led National Interim Committee announced its intention to appeal a recent court decision that recognized the Julius Abure-led faction.
On Tuesday, a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize Abure as the national chairman of the Labour Party.
In a terse statement signed by Usman, she revealed that the interim committee consulted with Peter Obi, the Abia State Governor Alex Otti, and other relevant stakeholders before deciding to appeal the ruling.
The statement read: “This evening, I met with His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti, and Senator Darlington Nwokocha (Secretary, LP Caretaker Committee). We deliberated on the judgment passed today. The case actually preceded the formation of the Caretaker Committee. However, after being briefed, the Caretaker Committee decided to join the case.
“Consequently, we have resolved to appeal the judgment accordingly. I, therefore, call on all party members to remain calm and maintain peace as we continue our reconciliation efforts.”