Support groups made up of the Obidient Movement, Labour Party (LP) members and other support groups have endorsed the appointment of Senator Nenadi Usman as the caretaker national chairman of the party.
In a statement co-signed by Eze Morrison Onyenmaechi and Dr. Danjuma Sale, the groups noted that Nenadi made significant impact in Kaduna State and the country in general as a member of the presidential campaign council of the party in the 2023 election.
“We, the support groups, the Great Obidients, and LP Stakeholders in the State stand firmly behind Sen. Nenadi Usman and pledge our unwavering support for her appointment as the chairman of the Labour Party national caretaker committee.
“We are confident that she will utilize her skills and experience to reposition the Labour Party, organizing all-inclusive and expansive congresses at all levels – from the ward, local government, state to the national convention.
“We wish to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dist. Sen. Nenadi Usman on her well-deserved appointment as the chairman of the Labour Party national caretaker committee.
“This appointment comes following the conclusion of the tenure of the Barr. Julius Abure led the National Working Committee (NWC). Sen. Nenadi Usman, a distinguished member of the presidential campaign council who served diligently, credibly, and selflessly, stood by Peter Obi during the 2023 general elections”.
The group said, Senator Nenadi’s unwavering support demonstrated through souvenirs such as wrappers, banners, face caps, T-shirts, and financial contributions not only in Kaduna but across the country was instrumental in galvanizing the support groups and the Obidient movement.
“With her vast political experience, hard work, commitment, and integrity, Sen. Nenadi Usman has proven herself as a force to be reckoned with among the prominent figures in the Labour Party at the state and national level. Her efforts were pivotal in ensuring that Kaduna State delivered the highest votes in the entire northwest for Peter Obi.” The group said.
They further expressed their gratitude to the outgone Chairman and the previous state and national executive for their leadership during the 2023 elections and their tenure.
“We also extend our thanks to His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti, the executive governor of Abia State, and our esteemed party leader, Mr. Peter Obi, and the extended Stakeholders of the Party for their roles in rescuing the party and appointing competent hands like Sen. Nenadi Usman to lead the repositioning process”..
The group called on all members of the support groups, the Obidient movement, members and party leaders to unite in supporting the national caretaker committee under the capable leadership of Sen. Nenadi as they embark on the crucial task.