The Labour Party has presented Governor Alex Chioma Otti with free nomination forms for the 2027 governorship election, describing him as the “poster boy” of the party and a symbol of good governance under its platform.
The presentation was made at the Abia State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), led by the National Chairman, Nenadi Usman.
Speaking during the ceremony, Senator Usman said the decision to grant Governor Otti an automatic ticket was in recognition of his “outstanding performance” in office and his commitment to the Labour Party’s ideals of equal opportunities and social justice.
She commended the Abia governor for what she described as faithful implementation of the party’s programmes and policies in the state, noting that the gesture was also meant to encourage him to sustain quality governance for the people.
Also, the National Secretary of the party, Obioma Iheanacho, praised Governor Otti for remaining loyal to the Labour Party during its internal crisis, despite defections by some members to other political platforms.
According to Iheanacho, the governor demonstrated consistency both in governance and party politics at a critical period in the party’s history.
Responding, the Governor of Abia state, Alex Otti expressed appreciation to the party leadership for the honour, assuring the NWC that he would continue to support and strengthen the Labour Party.
The governor also applauded Senator Usman’s leadership, saying she had successfully guided the party out of its prolonged internal disputes.
He further declared that all legal issues affecting the party had been resolved, expressing confidence that the Labour Party was now fully positioned to participate in future elections without litigation distractions.
Also present at the ceremony was former National Secretary of the party, Darlington Nwokocha, who also received a free nomination form from the party leadership.
Others in attendance included caucus leader of Abia federal lawmakers in the House of Representatives, Ginger Onwusibe, alongside members of the Abia State Executive Council.
Members of the NWC delegation included National Organising Secretary Mrs. Oluchi Oparah, National Woman Leader Hilda Dokubo, and National Publicity Secretary Ken Asogwa.
