Jubilation in Labour Party as Top Group Throws Its Heavy Weight Behind Peter Obi

Jubilation in Labour Party as Top Group Throws Its Heavy Weight Behind Peter Obi

  • The Middle Belt/Southern caucus in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has thrown its weight behind the 2023 flag bearer of the Labour Party
  • The team said Peter Obi is the most competent 2023 presidential candidate among those contesting in the forthcoming election
  • According to the caucus, Peter Obi has a strong track record when compared to other candidates on the contest

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Monday, December 19, received the support of members of the Middle Belt/Southern caucus in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The group while declaring support for the LP's presidential candidate said its members have resolved to deliver all votes for Obi on the platform of the Labour Party.

Olisa Uzoewulu, Labour Party, Peter Obi, 2023 presidential candidate
Uzoewulu said Peter Obi is the most competent presidential candidate for the 2023 election. Photo: Nnenna Ibeh
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Speaking on the support for Obi, the chairman of the group, Olisa Uzoewulum, the group's decision is driven by the desire for a positive change in the national leadership of the country.

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He noted that supporting Obi transcends stereotypes and cuts across party lines, with the former Anambra state governor having a strong track record when compared to other p2023 presidential candidates.

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Uzoewulum also said that the group has adopted Anthony Ezekwugo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) as its candidate to represent the FCT in the Senate.

His words:

“We equally insist that as employers of the elected representatives, they must positively represent the interest of the FCT residents, in the areas of fair representation of appointed legislative aides in governance.
“Yielding space to and involving the electorate in the execution of constituency projects and availability, employment opportunities and appointment should be fairly representative of the FCT residents, as well as yielding space to the residents seeking reference letters from representatives, among others.”

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10-year-old Efosa sends strong message to Peter Obi ahead of 2023 presidential election, video emerges

An appeal has been made to Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate ahead of the 2023 election.

The appeal to Obi was made by 10-year-old Efosa Osadebamwen in a video shared by his father on YouTube.

Efosa pleaded with the former Anambra state governor to ensure he does not fail millions of Nigerians who believe in his capacity to change Nigeria for the better should he emerge victorious as president.

4 days after Tinubu's appearance, Chatham House invites Peter Obi for conversation

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate had earlier been invited for a conversation at the Chatham House.

The former Anambra state governor will be discussing issues relating to the forthcoming 2023 elections in Nigeria.

Obi's invitation to appear at the Chatham House comes about four days after the flag bearer of the APC was featured by the Chatham.

Source: Legit.ng

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Nnenna Ibeh Nnenna Ibeh is a journalist with over 10 years of experience with various media organisations including Premium Times. Being on the front burner of reporting politics and the different dimensions of governance, she is also passionate about girls' education and women's and children's health. With degrees in Journalism, Peace Studies & Conflict Res., and Dev. Studies, Nnenna has worked in the dev. sector as a communications officer for the Centre for Democracy and Dev. email: ibehnnenna@gmail.com