The Labour Party (LP) has officially notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its 2026 elective congresses and national convention, scheduled to take place on April 28 in Umuahia, Abia State.
This move is part of the party’s efforts to ensure a seamless and credible process, as stated by Ken Asogwa, senior special adviser on media to the interim national chairman.
The party had previously postponed its national convention from April 11 to allow for broader participation of members and completion of the ongoing digital membership registration process.
A 45-member committee was inaugurated to oversee the congresses and convention.
According to the timetable, ward congresses will be held on April 23 across all wards nationwide, followed by local government congresses on April 24 and state congresses on April 25 in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The national convention will take place on April 28 at the International Conference Centre in Umuahia, Abia State, where new national executives will be elected.
The Labour Party’s national chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman, emphasized the party’s commitment to transparency and democratic principles, stating that the convention will provide a pivotal platform for electing new leadership and defining the party’s legislative and executive priorities ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.
