BREAKING: Labour Party youth leaders propose backing Tinubu for 2027

The Labour Party's youth wing has suggested a potential alignment with the All Progressives Congress and supporters of President Bola Tinubu in preparation for the 2027 presidential election. This proposal was announced in a statement released by the Edo State Youth Leader, Ken Omusi, on Saturday, following a virtual meeting with party members.

The meeting aimed to discuss the party's direction amid internal conflicts and the future of youth involvement ahead of the 2027 elections. The youth leaders tasked the National Youth Leader, Prince Kennedy Ahanotu, with initiating talks with the All Progressives Congress, the Renewed Hope Movement, the City Boy Movement, and Tinubu Support Groups regarding a possible political collaboration ahead of the upcoming elections.

The proposal comes after numerous youth members expressed dissatisfaction with their treatment during and after the 2023 elections, where they were allegedly overlooked and unsupported despite their efforts in backing a presidential candidate with insufficient capabilities. The youth leaders emphasized the need for a political platform that would promote youth participation, leadership development, economic empowerment, and inclusion in national decision-making.

They plan to convene a physical meeting in Abuja to review the outcomes of these consultations and decide on the next steps. The statement highlighted varying opinions within the group regarding the policies and their impact on Nigeria's development. This development follows a series of political shifts in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections, with opposition parties and politicians from various backgrounds exploring alliances and realignments.