The national leadership of the Labour Party (LP) has officially informed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) about the confirmed timeline for its 2026 elective processes. This includes the ward, local government, and state congresses, as well as the party's National Convention.
In a formal communication to the Director of Election and Party Monitoring (EPM) at INEC headquarters in Abuja, the party emphasized that this notification adheres to the legal requirements for political party activities within Nigeria.
The correspondence specifically referenced Section 82(1) of the Electoral Act 2022 (as amended), along with INEC’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties, and Sections 223(1) and (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). These provisions mandate that political parties must duly notify the electoral commission of their upcoming congresses, conventions, and meetings.
The Labour Party indicated that the new schedule is a result of the prior postponement of its internal electoral activities. The party explained that this delay was strategically implemented to ensure greater involvement from its members across the country, particularly to allow for the successful conclusion of its current digital membership registration initiative.
"The party, in an earlier correspondence duly acknowledged, notified the Commission of the postponement of its previously scheduled activities to enable broader participation of members," the letter stated.
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