The Labour Party’s faction in Rivers State, led by Nenadi Usman, has officially merged with the African Democratic Congress, ADC. This development was announced by the party’s chairman, Gogo Wellington, during a press conference on Monday, where he was accompanied by other key party members.
Wellington called on all Labour Party members and supporters of the Obidient Movement in Rivers State to redirect their support to Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate. Obi recently joined the ADC, a party adopted by a coalition of opposition leaders seeking to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
Addressing party members, Wellington urged supporters across the 23 local government areas in Rivers State to follow Obi to the ADC. He cited the country’s deteriorating economy and worsening insecurity as reasons for the need to “rescue the nation.” Wellington emphasized the importance of collective action, stating, “The time to rescue this nation is now or never.”
The decision by the Labour Party faction to merge with the ADC is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the opposition coalition ahead of future elections. The ADC has become a key platform for opposition leaders to coalesce and challenge the ruling party. With Obi’s defection to the ADC, the party is poised to play a significant role in the country’s political landscape.
The merger is expected to have implications for the political dynamics in Rivers State and beyond. As the 2027 elections approach, the opposition coalition, including the ADC, is likely to intensify its efforts to mobilize support and challenge the ruling party. The move by the Labour Party faction in Rivers State is a significant development in this regard, and its impact will be closely watched in the coming months.
