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Sokoto Labour Party elects chairman, vows to unseat APC

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  • The Labour Party in Sokoto State has elected Yawale Abubakar as its new chairman, signaling a commitment to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.
  • Abubakar vowed to reposition the party as an effective opposition force, emphasizing inclusivity and transparency in leadership.
  • The party plans to focus on grassroots mobilization, rebuilding structures, and addressing economic hardship and insecurity in the state, aiming to unseat the APC.

In Sokoto State, the Labour Party has officially elected Yawale Abubakar as its new chairman, marking a significant step in the party's strategy to mount a formidable challenge against the incumbent All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The state congress, held at the party's headquarters in Sokoto and attended by delegates from all 23 local government areas, was declared free, fair, and credible by the Electoral Committee Chairman, Prof. Mahmud Muhammad, reflecting the collective will of the party members.

The process was free, fair and credible. It reflects the collective will of party members across the state.

— Prof. Mahmud MuhammadDeclaring the outcome of the Labour Party's state congress election.

In his acceptance speech, Abubakar articulated a clear vision for the party, pledging to foster an inclusive and transparent leadership that truly embodies the aspirations of the people of Sokoto. He declared an end to the era of imposition, signaling a shift towards a more democratic and participatory approach within the party. Abubakar did not shy away from criticizing the APC-led government, pointing to pressing issues such as economic hardship, rising food prices, growing unemployment, and the inability of farmers to access their lands as critical concerns that the Labour Party intends to address.

We will build an inclusive and transparent leadership that reflects the aspirations of our people. The era of imposition is over.

— Yawale AbubakarOutlining his vision for the Labour Party's leadership in Sokoto State.

The Labour Party's strategy moving forward will heavily rely on grassroots mobilization and a concerted effort to rebuild party structures, with a particular focus on engaging youths and women. Abubakar expressed the party's determination to not only unseat the APC in Sokoto but also to make significant gains across Nigeria. By prioritizing issue-based politics and offering practical solutions to the populace's problems, the party aims to present itself as a viable alternative. The congress also saw the election of 24 executive members, ensuring a comprehensive leadership team ready to spearhead the party's membership expansion and mobilization efforts ahead of the crucial 2027 electoral cycle.

Farmers can no longer access their lands, food prices are rising, and unemployment is growing.

— Yawale AbubakarCriticizing the APC-led government's performance in Sokoto State.
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