The Labour Party has announced the indefinite suspension of six prominent members, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti and Senators Ireti Kingibe and Darlington Nwokocha, over allegations of anti-party activities.
In a statement released on Wednesday and signed by National Secretary Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the party said the suspension takes immediate effect and bars the individuals from participating in any party-related activities.
The suspended members are: Dr. Alex Otti (Governor of Abia State), Senator Ireti Kingibe (FCT), Senator Darlington Nwokocha (Abia Central), Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, Hon. Amobi Ogah, and Hon. Seyi Sowunmi. Also suspended are House of Representatives members Victor Afam Ogene and Amobi Ogah, as well as party member Seyi Sowunmi.
The decision follows the conclusion of an investigation by a five-member disciplinary committee set up by the Labour Party’s National Executive Council (NEC) on May 2. The committee, led by Deputy National Chairman Dr. Ayo Olorunfemi, was tasked with investigating alleged anti-party behavior by Otti and others.
“The National Executive of the party met today, May 7th, 2025, and after exhaustive deliberation, ratified the committee’s recommendations in line with the party’s constitution,” the statement read.
In a related clarification, the party addressed speculation regarding Nenadi Usman, noting she is not a registered member of the Labour Party, but a supporter of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
“We will therefore not honour her with any sanction, being not a member of the party,” the statement noted, while also criticizing Usman’s moral standing and accusing her of past corruption allegations involving asset forfeiture and a plea bargain with the EFCC.
The Labour Party also reaffirmed its political independence ahead of the 2027 elections, stating clearly that it has no intention of joining any political merger or coalition.
“Labour Party intends to prosecute the 2027 general election as a stand-alone party and no further discussion will be entertained on this matter,” the statement concluded.
