Labour Party Takes Steps to Heal Rift with National Assembly Members

In a bid to foster unity and resolve internal conflicts, the Labour Party (LP) has set up a three-man Intervention and Truce Committee to mend its strained relationship with its members in the National Assembly. This move comes as part of the party’s efforts to ensure lasting harmony and strengthen its political foothold.

Here’s a closer look at the development and what it means for the Labour Party.

The Truce Committee: Who’s Involved?
The committee, inaugurated on Monday at the LP national headquarters in Abuja, is chaired by Ben Etanabene, with Mathew Nworgu and Chinedu Obika as members. The trio has been tasked with bridging the gap between the party leadership and its legislators in the Senate and House of Representatives.

LP National Chairman, Julius Abure, emphasized the importance of the committee’s role during the inauguration. “We entrust you with this important assignment of bringing together all our members in the national assembly,” he said.

Why the Committee Was Formed
The Labour Party has been grappling with internal disagreements, particularly with its National Assembly members. These rifts have threatened the party’s cohesion and effectiveness in pushing its legislative agenda.

Abure highlighted the need for unity, stating, “There is a need for all our members, about 40 of you, to be on the same page with the party leadership. You are our ambassadors at the national assembly, and we are proud of some of you and the values you have exhibited. But we think there are still some gaps that need to be plugged.”

The Committee’s Mandate
The committee has been given a clear mandate:

Identify and resolve differences between the party and its National Assembly members.

Foster collaboration to ensure the party speaks with one voice.

Report back to the party leadership within two weeks with recommendations for lasting peace.

Abure expressed confidence in the committee’s ability to deliver, saying, “We can assure you that the party will do all it can to ensure that enduring truce is achieved within the party and particularly with a key stakeholder such as the NASS caucus.”

Committee Chairman Pledges Commitment
In his response, Ben Etanabene, the committee chairman, assured the party leadership of their dedication to the task. “We pledge our desire and willingness to take this assignment very seriously,” he said, signaling the committee’s readiness to tackle the challenges head-on.

What This Means for the Labour Party
The formation of the truce committee is a significant step toward resolving internal conflicts and strengthening the Labour Party’s position in Nigeria’s political landscape. By addressing these issues, the party aims to present a united front and enhance its ability to advocate for its policies and programs.