Doyin Okupe, a former Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, has voiced strong criticism of the party’s current state, predicting further defections as the party grapples with its lack of a sustainable structure post-election.
Okupe, an ex-chieftain of LP pointed to the party’s failure to build a lasting political framework as the primary reason for the exodus of elected officials and grassroots members.
Okupe noted that six LP lawmakers recently joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on the floor of the House of Representatives, including Rep. Tochukwu Chinedu Okere, Rep. Donatus Matthew, Rep. Akiba Bassey, and Rep. Esosa Iyawe.
He also mentioned that many party members had moved to the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Okupe emphasized that such defections were inevitable, citing the LP’s historical role as a fallback for politicians unable to secure tickets in larger parties.
He claimed that many LP members, especially those in the National Assembly, were aligning with better-established parties to secure their political futures.
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“The Labour Party has historically been a fallback option for those unable to secure tickets in major parties. That was how we joined initially, and our presence boosted its fortunes,” Okupe said.
He criticized LP leadership, particularly Peter Obi, for failing to develop a structure to ensure the party’s sustainability after the elections.
“National Assembly members elected under the LP banner know their chances of returning in 2027 are slim without strong party structures,” Okupe added.
Okupe speaks on Obi’s next move
Looking ahead, Okupe also hinted that Peter Obi, the LP’s 2023 presidential candidate… CONTINUE READING.
