By Tony Okafor, Awka
The Anambra State Chapter of the Labour Party has hailed the Federal High Court in Abuja for affirming Senator Nenadi Usman–led Caretaker Committee as the lawful national leadership of the party, describing the ruling as a decisive victory for constitutionalism and internal democracy.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its Chairman, Mr. Peter Okoye, the state chapter said the judgment delivered by Justice Peter Lifu finally resolved the long-standing leadership dispute within the party.
Justice Lifu had in the judgement ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately recognise the Nenadi Usman–led Caretaker Committee as the sole authority to represent the Labour Party pending a national convention.
The court based its decision on the April 4 Supreme Court ruling, which it held to be binding and conclusive.
The court also declared that the tenure of the former National Chairman, Mr. Julius Abure, had expired, dismissing claims that the matter was non-justiciable.
According to the ruling, the Caretaker Committee was lawfully constituted under the Supreme Court’s directives and the resolutions of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC).
Reacting to the verdict, the Anambra Labour Party described it as a “watershed moment” that reinforces the rule of law in political party administration.
The party said the ruling reaffirmed its commitment to justice, order, and progressive ideals.
“The judgment has conclusively settled all leadership disputes and opened a new chapter for unity, organisation, and collective advancement within the party,” the statement said.
The state chapter urged party members in Anambra to remain steadfast and focused, noting that the party is now well-positioned for electoral success in the state and across the country.
“The storms are behind us. The future is bright. With unity and disciplined mobilisation, the Labour Party is poised for decisive victories,” the statement added.
The Anambra chapter congratulated Senator Nenadi Usman and the national leadership of the party, declaring that the Labour Party has once again been vindicated as a platform that stands on the side of justice.
