The Labour Party (LP) has confidently announced its intention to compete in the 2027 presidential election without entering into any coalitions. The party attributes its optimism to robust grassroots support and increasing dissatisfaction with the current ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In an interview, LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, refuted any speculation regarding potential coalition discussions with Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) or former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“As things stand, the Labour Party has not been approached for any coalition talks. What we observe is a growing desire among the populace for alternatives and strategies to achieve a significant electoral victory over the ruling APC,” Ifoh stated.
He highlighted the party’s impressive performance in the 2023 elections, where it garnered millions of votes, as evidence of its ability to independently challenge the APC.
“We did not require a coalition in 2023 when Nigerians united behind the Labour Party as a viable leadership alternative. If elections were held today, we would exceed that performance, given the current government’s failure to fulfill citizens’ expectations,” he asserted.
Ifoh emphasized that the core principles of the Labour Party—integrity, effective governance, and economic reform—are precisely what Nigeria needs at this moment. He believes that the challenges facing the nation have reinforced the party’s messaging from 2023 and strengthened their determination.
However, Ifoh also indicated that the party remains open to discussions about alliances with other parties. “The concept of a coalition is not inherently negative. Should the Labour Party receive a proposal, we will carefully evaluate its advantages and disadvantages,” he explained, noting that no formal coalition discussions have been initiated by any opposition parties thus far.
