The Nenadi-led faction of the Labour Party has firmly ruled out any alliance with opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general election, drawing a clear line as it charts an independent political course.
In an interview on Channels Television, monitored by The News Chronicle, National Publicity Secretary of the party Obioma Iheanacho dismissed coalition talks, emphasizing that the party is focused on consolidating its own strength rather than merging interests.
While uncertainty remains over its presidential flagbearer, Iheanacho made it clear that the party will not sit out of the race.
“We can’t say we won’t present a presidential candidate. When we get to the bridge, we will cross it,” he said.
On party unity and governance, Iheanacho downplayed any perceived tensions, noting that Abia State Governor Alex Otti maintains a working relationship with the presidency without undermining his loyalty to the Labour Party.
He also pointed to Otti’s strong support for female leadership as a driving factor behind his backing of Nenadi Usman as National Chairman.
Turning to the exit of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, Iheanacho acknowledged his significance but stressed that the party remains bigger than any one individual.
“We love Peter Obi and had hoped he would stay, but his decision to leave is personal,” he said.
