2027 Presidency: Labour Party ratifies Chibuzo Okereke’s candidacy

The Labour Party has ratified Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
Recall that the Labour Party formally picked Okereke as its presidential candidate following a broad-based consensus among party members and stakeholders, which was affirmed in Abuja on 30th May, 2026.
Speaking during his ratification, Okereke asked Nigerians to believe again, stating that politics should not be the purpose of government, but instead governance should be the real purpose of government.
He said that leadership must focus on developing Nigerians, securing Nigerians, expanding socio-economic opportunities, restoring the dignity of the people, building trust among...