The Labour Party has announced the indefinite suspension of six high-profile members, including the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, and Senators Darlington Nwokocha and Ireti Kingibe, over alleged anti-party activities.
Also affected by the suspension are Victor Afam Ogene, Amobi Ogah, and Seyi Sowunmi.
According to the party’s National Executive Council (NEC), the move followed the recommendations of a five-member Disciplinary Committee constituted on May 2, 2025, to investigate allegations of anti-party conduct.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s National Secretary, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the Labour Party confirmed that the suspension is effective immediately. The affected members are barred from all party activities.
The statement read, “Recall that last Friday, 2nd of May 2025, the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party set up a Five man Disciplinary Committee headed by the Deputy National Chairman, Dr.Ayo Olorunfemi, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the National Secretary and three others to investigate Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti and any other party members over allegations of anti party activities.
“The Disciplinary Committee has concluded their assignment and has submitted their report to the party leadership. The National Executive of the party met today May 7th, 2025 and after exhaustive deliberation in line with powers donated to it by the Party Constitution has ratified the recommendation as submitted by the Disciplinary Committee.
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“Consequent upon that, the following members of the party have been suspended from the party and all its activities, indefinitely and with immediate effect. 1. Dr. Alex Otti; 2. Senator Ireti Kingibe; 3. Senator Darlington Nwokocha; 4. Hon. Victor Afam Ogene; 5. Hon. Amobi Ogah; 6. Hon. Seyi Sowunmi.”
The party also clarified why Nenadi Usman was not included in the suspension list, stating she is not a registered member of the Labour Party but a supporter of its 2023 presidential candidate.
“We are aware that she is a member of the Obidient Support group that worked and is still working for the party’s 2023 presidential candidate. We will therefore not honour her with any sanction being not a member of the party,” the statement added.
The Labour Party further criticized Usman, accusing her of lacking the moral authority to speak on corruption. It referenced her alleged plea bargain with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and asset forfeitures.
“She should also tell Nigerians how she acquired her radio station in Kaduna, all her properties all over Nigeria and abroad, her companies in Cameroon, including her plantations. Nenadi Usman lacks the moral capacity to commence any probe or even talk about corruption,” the statement added.
In conclusion, the party reaffirmed its decision to remain independent in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.
“Labour Party intends to prosecute the 2027 general election as stand alone party and no further discussion will be entertained on this matter,” the statement concluded.
