LP faction launches disciplinary action against Julius Abure

A faction of the Labour Party (LP) has formally announced the commencement of disciplinary proceedings against embattled factional National Chairman, Julius Abure, following a recent Supreme Court judgment that invalidated his leadership claim.

In a strongly worded statement jointly signed by the Acting National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Esther Usman, and the Acting National Secretary, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, the party reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, internal democracy, and organizational accountability.

The statement commended the judiciary, particularly the Supreme Court, for its ruling which upheld the appeal of the Usman-led Caretaker Committee while dismissing Abure’s cross-appeal, effectively removing him from the position of National Chairman.

However, the party expressed deep concern over Abure’s actions since the ruling, accusing him of impersonation and engaging in conduct that undermines the party’s integrity.

“We must also confront with courage and clarity Mr. Abure and his co-travellers’ divisive actions and familiar manipulative antics that threaten the integrity, public image, and unity of our party,” the statement read.

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the party has constituted a special investigative committee to probe Abure’s recent activities, particularly his alleged impersonation of the National Chairman post-ruling.

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He has been given 48 hours to respond and present reasons why disciplinary action should not be taken against him.

“The NEC, in session, hereby announces the commencement of disciplinary actions against Mr. Abure. NEC gives Mr. Abure 48 hours’ notice to show why disciplinary actions would not be taken against him for his numerous acts of misconduct against the party,” it stated.

The party also issued a stern warning to Abure to immediately cease identifying or acting as the National Chairman of the Labour Party. It further urged him to respond to mounting allegations of corruption, forgery, perjury, and criminal conspiracy leveled against him.

“Mr. Abure is hereby warned to desist from parading himself as the National Chairman of the Labour Party or impersonating the office in any form,” the party added.

In a show of unity and strategic alignment, the NEC passed a vote of confidence in Abia State Governor Alex Otti; former presidential candidate Peter Obi; the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC); the Trade Union Congress (TUC); and all LP caucus members in both the National and State Assemblies.

The factional leadership also publicly apologized to Peter Obi and Governor Otti for disparaging remarks made by Abure, which they described as unrepresentative of the party’s values.

A detailed fact sheet included in the statement traced the origins of the leadership dispute, reaffirming that the Supreme Court had affirmed the legality of the caretaker committee headed by Senator Usman.

The escalating power tussle within the Labour Party has raised concerns among supporters and political observers, particularly as the 2027 general elections approach.

Analysts warn that internal divisions could weaken the party’s ability to consolidate its recent gains unless urgently resolved through consensus and respect for legal institutions.