INEC: “If The Faction Led By Mrs. Usman Nenadi or Mr. Lamidi Apapa Presents A Valid Court Judgment In Their Favour, The Commission Will Also Comply Accordingly,” – Mrs. May Agbamuche Mbu, Acting National Chairman, INEC.

However, the leadership of INEC has been expecting Senator Nenadi Usman the Authentic National Chairman of Labour Party (LP) to present a VALID COURT ORDER when she stated on Wednesday 15th August 2025 that:

“If The Faction Led By Alhaji Lamidi Apapa or Mrs. Usman Nenadi Presents A Valid Court Judgment In Their Favour, The Commission Will Also Comply Accordingly,” She Stated.”

There is no doubt that Julius Abure has once and again presented another fake and forged court order from FCT High Court in Gwagwalada for INEC to recognize him as the national chairman and Umar Farouk Ibrahim as national secretary of Labour Party (LP) in utter CONTEMPT of the Supreme Court Judgement of 4th April 2025 and the Federal High Court Judgement of 15th August 2025.

Senator Nenadi Usman the authentic National Chairman of Labour Party (LP) is expected to present A VALID COURT ORDER for INEC to recognize her leadership based on:

1. Supreme Court Judgement in Suit Nr: SC/CV/56/2025 delivered on 4th April 2025 that Sacked Julius Abure and Umar Farouk Ibrahim as National Chairman and Secretary and dismissed the FCT High Court Judgement of 8th October 2024 and Appeal Court Judgement of 17th January 2025 for lack of Jurisdiction.

2. The Federal High Court Judgement in Suit Nr: FHC/ABJ/CS/1523/2025 delivered on 15th August 2025 that upheld the INEC COUNTER AFFIDAVIT that voided the 27th March 2024 national convention in Nnewi Anambra State conducted by Julius Abure for non compliance with the conduct of nationwide congresses and delegates election in utter violation of the Labour Party (LP) constitution 2019, the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended and the electoral Act 2022.

3. The Resolutions of the National Executive Council (NEC) in session with nine (9) statutory members of 18th July 2025 at Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja that re-appointed Senator Nenadi Usman and Senator Darlington Nwokocha aa National Chairman and Secretary respectively.

“Why We Invited Abure To Meeting With Party Leaders, by INEC;

The INEC Acting National Chairman while answering questions with the media on Wednesday 15th October 2025 on Labour Party (LP) leadership stated:

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained that it invited the embattled National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, to its meeting with political parties based on a valid court order recognising him as the party’s leader.

Acting Chairman of the Commission, Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, made the clarification on Wednesday during INEC’s regular quarterly meeting with media executives in Abuja.

She said the decision followed a ruling by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Gwagwalada, which directed the Commission to recognise Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party.

Responding to questions on why Abure attended INEC’s meeting with political party leaders on Tuesday, Mrs. Agbamuche-Mbu explained that the Commission was acting in compliance with the court’s directive.

“As a law-abiding institution, INEC has always obeyed court orders. If the faction led by Mr. Lamidi Apapa or Mrs. Usman Nenadi presents a valid court judgment in their favour, the Commission will also comply accordingly,” she stated.

The Acting INEC Chairman further reiterated the Commission’s commitment to working with the media, civil society organisations, political parties, and other stakeholders to ensure a free, fair, and credible governorship election in Anambra State.

She disclosed that 10 out of the 13 key activities outlined in the election timetable had been completed.

The remaining three — publication of the notice of poll, end of campaigns, and election day — are on schedule, she added.

Mrs Agbamuche-Mbu also confirmed that all non-sensitive election materials have been delivered to Anambra State, while voter education and sensitization efforts are ongoing ahead of the poll.

She disclosed that about 43 media organisations have applied to commission for accreditation to deploy 363 personnel for the election coverage.

She reminded journalists that the portal would close at midnight on October 24, with no extension, stressing that the accreditation tags issued by the Commission carry security codes that can be verified by security agencies, while asking accredited journalists to carry out their duties with professionalism and to always verify information with the Commission before publication.

She also informed them of the ongoing electoral activities, including preparations for the FCT Area Council Elections scheduled for February 2026, as well as the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise which will run until August 2026.

According to her, the CVR has so far recorded an impressive turnout, reflecting Nigerians’ faith in democracy and the Commission’s efforts to ensure that all eligible citizens are able to exercise their franchise.

Yahaya said, “The media remains one of the most critical stakeholders in democracy — not only as observers but as facilitators of credible, transparent, and peaceful elections.

Our duty is to ensure that citizens are well informed, that political actors are held accountable, and that the process is reported with accuracy, fairness, and responsibility.

“We acknowledge INEC’s efforts to continuously improve electoral administration through technology, inclusivity, and transparency. However, these reforms must be effectively communicated to the public, and that is where the media comes in.

“It is through our reports, analyses, and engagements that citizens develop trust and understanding of the system.

“As we approach future elections, it is imperative that the collaboration between INEC and the media be deepened.

We must enhance capacity building for journalists covering electoral matters, strengthen fact-checking to combat misinformation, and ensure timely access to information from INEC”.

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Comrade Engr Dr Eragbe Anslem Aphimia (C.REG, COA)
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Member, Labour Party LP Interim National Working Committee (INWC)
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The Immediate Past National Youth Leader of Labour Party LP in Nigeria (2019 – 2024)
Dated: Thursday 16th October 2025