Otti leads LP delegation to INEC, presents Supreme Court’s CTC

A delegation from the Labour Party, led by Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, visited the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Abuja on Wednesday to discuss recent developments within the party.

According to a post via the commission’s X handle, Otti presented a Certified True Copy of the Supreme Court judgment regarding the party’s leadership.

The presentation was part of efforts to promote clarity and understanding about the party’s current leadership structure.

The delegation was received by INEC’s Acting Chairman, Sam Olumekun, and other National Commissioners.

The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between the LP and INEC, as well as reinforcing democratic principles.

Olumekun emphasised the commission’s commitment to maintaining neutrality, transparency, and the rule of law in fulfilling its constitutional duties.

The post read, “A high-level delegation of the Labour Party, led by Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Abuja to discuss key developments within the party.

“During the visit, Governor Otti formally presented a Certified True Copy of the recent Supreme Court judgment concerning the party’s leadership. He noted that the meeting was aimed at fostering clarity, mutual understanding, and institutional alignment regarding the LP’s current structure.

“The delegation was received by INEC’s Acting Chairman, Sam Olumekun, and other National Commissioners. Both parties engaged in discussions centered on enhancing collaboration and reinforcing democratic values.

“Olumekun reaffirmed the commission’s unwavering commitment to neutrality, transparency, and the rule of law in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.”

On Friday, the Supreme Court nullified the Court of Appeal’s judgment, which had recognised Julius Abure as the LP’s national chairperson.

The Supreme Court ruled that the Appeal Court had no jurisdiction over the internal affairs of the party.

PUNCH Online reports that the National Commissioner, Olumekun, is the Acting Chairman of INEC at the moment.

The Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, travelled to the Gambia to attend the ECOWAS Network of  Electoral Commissions meeting