ABUJA — The Labour Party (LP) has commenced an ambitious nationwide drive to register and revalidate 10 million members, setting the stage for a series of congresses and a national convention ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The membership mobilization initiative, tagged Labour Party Connect 10 Million Nigerians, was officially launched on Wednesday at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The exercise began on December 17 and will run through January 20, 2026.
Interim National Chairman of the party, Senator Nenadi Usman, who addressed members via Zoom, stated that the drive is part of a strategic repositioning of the party to strengthen its base and prepare for upcoming electoral contests.
“Our party—like many opposition political platforms in Nigeria—has, in recent times, passed through a period of intense challenges and distractions,” Usman noted. She expressed confidence that with the launch of the exercise and the newly approved timetable, the LP would “not only recover lost ground but emerge stronger, more united, and better prepared for the task ahead.”
Congress, Convention Schedule Released
The party also unveiled a schedule of internal elections:
· World Congress — January 13, 2026
· Local Government Congress — January 17, 2026
· State Congress — January 24, 2026
· Zonal Congress — January 31, 2026
· National Convention — February 28, 2026
Steering Committee Inaugurated
A 110-member National Steering Committee for Membership Revalidation and Registration was inaugurated to drive the mobilization. The committee is chaired by the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu.
Emetu described the 10 million target as “not merely a numerical target” but “a national call to action” aimed at strengthening democracy and amplifying citizens’ voices.
The committee includes representatives from every state—drawn from the three senatorial districts per state—plus two representatives from the Federal Capital Territory. Also included are members from the Labour Party Board of Trustees (BOT), the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Political Commissions.
A technical team comprising experts such as Prof. Sam Amadi and Dr. Chibuzo Okereke will provide strategic support.
Senator Usman urged existing members to revalidate their membership and called on “Nigerians of goodwill” who believe in good governance, social justice, and accountability to join the party.
The mobilization marks a significant step in the LP’s effort to rebuild and expand its political structure following recent internal challenges and court resolutions.
