Local News Mar 10, 2023

Labour Party endorses Governor Abiodun as Ogun State Governorship Candidate

The Labour Party (LP) in Ogun State has endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as its governorship candidate. The LP chairman in Ogun State, Comrade Michael Ashade, led the party's state executive members to the governor’s residence at Iperu-Remo to officially announce their endorsement of Abiodun. Ashade praised Abiodun's leadership style and commitment to peace during and after the elections, stating that the LP has become a formidable force in Ogun State's political landscape. National Publicity Secretary of LP Abayomi Arambambi also voiced his support for Abiodun, stating that he is the best candidate to lead Ogun State to progress and productivity. Governor Abiodun thanked the LP for their endorsement, stating that it is a validation of his administration's good work in less than four years. He promised to continue to be just, fair, and responsive to the people, irrespective of their political affiliations.

Local News Mar 7, 2023

Rulings Awaited on Inspection of Presidential Election Materials in Nigeria

The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT) will deliver rulings on motions filed by the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) seeking permission to inspect materials used for the previous presidential election. The rulings, which will also cover motions filed by the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Peter Obi, will be delivered at 2 pm on Wednesday. The outcome of the rulings will have a significant impact on the admissibility of evidence and the course of proceedings in the election tribunal.

Local News Mar 5, 2023

Labour Party in Oyo State endorses Governor Seyi Makinde for reelection

This report describes the controversy surrounding the endorsement of Governor Seyi Makinde by the Labour Party for re-election in Oyo State, Nigeria. The report explains the reasons given by the chairman of the Labour Party for endorsing Makinde and the response of the LP governorship candidate to the endorsement. It also includes reactions from a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in the state.