Nasarawa LP Elects New State Chairman

In Nasarawa State, Nigeria, members of the Labour Party loyal to the Nenadi Usman-led leadership held a gathering and selected a new state chairman to lead the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The event brought together local party leaders from the 13 local government areas, where Asoloko Maku was chosen as the new chairman to guide party affairs in the state.

The development followed internal congresses organised by the faction aligned with Senator Nenadi Usman, which the group said were conducted peacefully and in line with party rules. Maku, in his first public address after emerging as chairman, said he accepted the position with a sense of duty and appreciation for the trust placed in him by members across the state.

He said the party in Nasarawa remains stable and focused on building stronger structures across communities. He also said his leadership would open space for all members, including those with different opinions, as the party prepares for the next election cycle. According to him, efforts will be directed at strengthening support at the grassroots level and bringing members together under a common plan.

Maku also spoke on past legal disputes within the party, saying court decisions from 2025 and 2026 had settled the leadership questions in favour of the current structure led by Nenadi Usman.

He referenced rulings from different courts, including the Supreme Court, the Federal High Court, and the Court of Appeal, which he said ended recognition of the leadership linked to Barrister Julius Abure and directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to relate with the Usman-led caretaker group.

He added that the party would continue to focus on workers, farmers, traders and young people in Nasarawa State, while preparing early for the 2027 elections. He said the goal is to rebuild structures, restore confidence among members and ensure stronger participation in future polls.

The new chairman also said the party plans to contest and win positions at both state and national levels, including the National Assembly and other key offices.

He called on members to put aside internal disputes and focus on building a stronger presence for the Labour Party across Nigeria.