Kenneth Okonkwo, the former spokesperson for the Labour Party’s presidential campaign, has announced his resignation, citing internal conflicts and a leadership crisis within the party. His resignation will officially take effect on February 25, 2025, marking exactly two years after the 2023 presidential election.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 11, Okonkwo expressed his deep dissatisfaction with the Labour Party’s current leadership, calling it “non-existent.” He pointed out the party’s failure to conduct necessary congresses, accusing former National Chairman Julius Abure of putting personal interests above the party’s well-being.
Okonkwo criticized the expired tenures of ward, local government, and state executives, stating that no efforts had been made to renew their mandates. He further accused Abure of blocking the legally constituted caretaker committee and using legal challenges to prevent its operations, alongside alleged external interference.
According to Okonkwo, the Labour Party’s current leadership is focused more on financial gains than on preparing for the 2027 elections. He also expressed disappointment over the lack of a clear plan to position a strong southern candidate against President Bola Tinubu.
“My entrance into politics has always been about promoting good governance, and I will continue to advocate for that. Unfortunately, I can no longer achieve this goal within the Labour Party,” Okonkwo remarked.
His resignation opens the door for Okonkwo to align with like-minded Nigerians, aiming to contribute to shaping the country’s political future. This development adds to the ongoing challenges within the Labour Party, which continues to face internal divisions and defections.
