LP: Kingibe Backs Otti Panel, Aisha Yesufu Attacks Abure

The crisis rocking the Labour Party has taken a new turn as Senator Ireti Kingibe throws her weight behind the 29-man caretaker committee set up by party stakeholders, while activist Aisha Yesufu launches a scathing attack on National Chairman Julius Abure over alleged misappropriation of campaign funds.

Kingibe Supports Otti Panel

At a four-day free medical outreach in Abuja, Kingibe, represented by her Senior Legislative Aide, Dr. Chris Omofoma, expressed support for the Nenadi Usman-led committee, stating that Abure’s tenure had ended and it was time for him to come to terms with reality.

Aisha Yesufu Challenges Abure

In a viral video, Yesufu described Abure as a “chronic liar” and challenged him to disclose what he did with the proceeds of the ‘Labour Party N1,000 Challenge’ campaign donations he had been raising since 2022.

Abure Denies Allegations

Abure had earlier denied allegations of embezzling campaign funds, stating that the party was not involved in the management of donations and that signatories to the accounts were Aisha Yesufu and Pastor Itua Ighodalo.

Counter-Allegations Emerge

The Obi-Datti fundraising team refuted Abure’s claim, stating that he was involved in the management of campaign funds and had not accounted for the money donated to the party.

Automatic Ticket Controversy

Abure announced the withdrawal of automatic tickets previously reserved for Peter Obi and Alex Otti, birthing reactions from party members, including Akin Osuntokun, who suspected foul play and ulterior motives behind the decision.

Party Crisis Continues

The crisis in the Labour Party continues to deepen, with party members divided over the leadership and direction of the party.