LP presidential aspirant dumps party for YPP after disqualification

Peter Agada, who sought the Labour Party's presidential ticket, has joined the Young Progressives Party (YPP) following his disqualification from the LP's primary race.

Agada unveiled his new political platform in Abuja on Monday, accompanied by representatives from the Nigeria Labour Congress, the Trade Union Congress, his campaign council, and the political advocacy group The Movement Nigeria.

He accused the Labour Party leadership of deceit, alleging they encouraged him to pursue the presidential ticket and contribute financially before excluding him. Agada stated that party leaders had assured him there were no restrictions on aspirants before he purchased nomination forms and underwent screening on May 6, 2026.

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I spent considerable funds to commence building my nationwide presidential campaign structures after a successful screening on May 6, 2026, an exercise which affirmed my impeccable qualifications to run for the highest office in Nigeria under the platform of the Labour Party.

Agada further claimed he invested significantly in building nationwide campaign structures after his screening, which he said affirmed his qualifications. However, he was informed of his disqualification just 24 hours before the presidential primary. The party cited a decision to zone the presidential ticket to the South, a move Agada contends is not stipulated in the party's constitution.

Seeking a platform aligned with his principles of truth and justice, Agada expressed his belief that the YPP embodies these qualities. He also addressed concerns from supporters who contributed funds, assuring them of his transparency and revealing that legal action has been initiated against the Labour Party regarding the disputed funds. His campaign council had previously accused the LP of collecting N150 million from Agada despite allegedly knowing he would be ineligible due to the zoning decision.

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I am delighted to inform you that I have now found all these qualities in the Young Progressives Party. I pray that this will continue to be so in our journey together to the future.