In a move aimed at protecting the integrity of the Labour Party, the National Transition Committee (NTC) has issued a stern warning to its members and the general public against participating in illegal congresses being organized by the suspended former acting national chairman, Julius Abure, and his expired council.

The NTC described the congresses as “illegal, criminal impersonation, and broad-day fraud” aimed at defrauding innocent members and the public. According to the committee, the reported congresses in various states, including Anambra, Imo, Edo, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Sokoto, Ondo, Kaduna, and Adamawa, are in clear violation of a court judgment and the Nigeria Electoral Act.

The committee emphasized that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) did not approve the congresses, and any participation or payment made to Abure’s rogue bank account would be at the individual’s risk. “The congresses being organized by Julius Abure and his cohorts are null and void. They are in clear violation of the court judgment and our party’s constitution,” said Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar, Chairman of the Labour Party NTC.

The NTC warned that Abure’s actions are a blatant disobedience to the court judgment and a violation of the party’s constitution. “Abure’s actions are driven by a lust for money and a desire to sabotage our party’s victory in 2027,” Omar added. “We will not allow him to destroy our party’s image and reputation. We urge our members to refrain from supporting his illegal activities and instead work towards building a united and strong Labour Party.”

The committee also alleged that Abure and his cohorts are colluding with opposition parties to populate the Labour Party with “fifth column members” aimed at sabotaging the party’s chances in the 2027 elections. “We have evidence that Abure and his Nnewi mob have struck deals with the main opposition political parties to sell congress forms principally to fifth column members of these parties,” Omar said.

The NTC urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate Abure’s “rogue bank account, Zenith Bank Account Number 1213704059,” and bring him to book for financial crimes. The committee warned that any payments made to Abure’s bank account would be at the individual’s risk and in vain.

In conclusion, the Labour Party NTC reiterated its commitment to guiding the party towards transparent and democratic congresses, culminating in a credible national convention. “We assure our members that we will not allow Abure’s illegal activities to destroy our party. We will work tirelessly to build a united and strong Labour Party that will bring victory to our members and the Nigerian people in 2027,” Omar said.

The NTC’s warning comes as a timely intervention to prevent Abure and his cohorts from further destabilizing the party. The committee’s commitment to building a united and strong Labour Party is a testament to its dedication to democratic principles and the rule of law. As the party prepares for the 2027 elections, the NTC’s warning serves as a reminder to members and the public to be vigilant and support only legitimate and lawful activities.

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