Following the Federal High Court judgement that affirmed Julius Abure as the national chairman of the crisis-ridden Labour Party (LP) and also affirmed the national convention of the party in Awka, Anambra State, the LP caretaker committee, led by Senator Nenadi Usman, has resolved to appeal the judgment at the Court of Appeal.
It would be recalled that, on Tuesday, the Federal High Court declared the national convention as valid, constitutional, and in line with all laid down laws in Nigeria.
Justice Emeka Nwite, who delivered the judgment, compelled the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to grant due recognition and all privileges to the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), led by Julius Abure as National Chairman.
But in a terse statement, Senator Usman said: “This evening, I met with His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi, His Excellency, Governor Alex Otti (of Abia State), and Senator Darlington Nwokocha (Secretary, LP Caretaker Committee).
“We deliberated on the judgment passed today. The case actually preceded the formation of the Caretaker Committee. However, after being briefed, the Caretaker Committee decided to join the case.
“I, therefore, call on all party members to remain calm and maintain peace as we continue our reconciliation efforts.”
