The Labor faction led by Julius Abure announced that six senior members and Senators Ireti Kingibe and Darlington Nwokocha, including Abia Governor Alex Otti, were suspended indefinitely, allegedly anti-party acts.
Others affected by the suspension are Victor Afam Ogene, Amobi Ogah and Seyi Sowunmi. The party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) said the decision followed the recommendations of a five-member disciplinary committee that was formed on May 2, 2025 to investigate allegations of actions deemed to be detrimental to the party’s interests.
The party said in a statement issued on Wednesday, May 7 and signed by State Secretary Umar Farouk Ibrahim that the suspension took effect immediately and prohibited affected members from conducting all Labor activities.
“Recall that on Friday, May 2, 2025, Labour’s NEC formed a five-member disciplinary committee chaired by State Vice President Dr. Ayo Olorunfemi to investigate allegations of anti-party activities against Governor Alex Otti and others,” the statement said.
“The committee has completed its work and submitted its findings. After careful consideration, the NEC approved these recommendations.
Therefore, the following members are hereby suspended indefinitely:
1. Dr. Alex takes
2. Senator Hope King
3. Senator Darlington Enke
4. Victor Afam Ogene
5. Amibi Oh
6. Seeking Selo. ”
In response to inquiries about Senator Nenadi Usman, the party clarified that she was not a registered member and therefore could not be disciplined. According to the statement, USMAN is only a member of the support group related to Labor’s 2023 presidential candidates.
The statement also accused Usman of lack of moral authority to comment on corruption, alleging that she had deals with the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), including asset forfeiture and plea deals.
“She should explain the origins of her numerous properties in Nigeria and abroad, media companies in Kaduna and commercial interests in Cameroon,” the statement said.
Regarding the issue of political alliances, the party firmly ruled out any merger or alliance before the 2027 general election.
It concluded: “Labor intends to participate in the elections in 2027 as the Independent Party. Further discussions on the merger or coalition will not be discussed.”
