The Labour Party has announced the timetable for its primary elections ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The National Executive Council (NEC) approved the schedule during a statutory meeting held on March 17, 2026, with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) observing the proceedings.
According to the approved timetable, the party will submit its membership register to INEC by April 15, 2026. Primaries for governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly seats are set for May 15, 2026, while the presidential primary election will hold on May 23, 2026.
The NEC also confirmed the dates for the party’s Ward, Local Government, and State Congresses on March 26, 28, and 31, 2026, respectively. The National Convention is scheduled for April 11, 2026.
During the meeting, the NEC reviewed recent disruptions at the party secretariat, which were reportedly caused by unruly elements. Following the report and recommendations from the Peace, Reconciliation and Disciplinary Committee, the council approved the suspension of several members for acts of indiscipline, anti-party activities, and involvement in the desecration of the national secretariat.
Among those suspended were party members including Eneyi G. Zidougha, Hilda Doukubo, Lincolin Charles, Muhammed Sabitu Aliyu, Ogar Osim, and several others.
The NEC also approved the expansion of the party’s membership registration through both digital and manual methods to ensure wider participation, particularly in rural communities. The party said this measure is aimed at strengthening transparency and improving its database management.
In addition, the council decided that existing vacancies in party structures would be temporarily filled through interim appointments to maintain smooth administration until permanent leaders are chosen.
These steps reflect the party’s ongoing efforts to prepare for the 2027 elections and manage internal governance effectively.