The chairman of the Labour Party in Nasarawa State, Alexander Ombugu, has rejected claims of his suspension, insisting he remains the legitimate leader of the party in the state.

Speaking during a press briefing in Lafia, Ombugu dismissed the reports as baseless, describing those behind the move as individuals falsely parading themselves as members of a caretaker committee.

He maintained that the said group lacks recognition from both the party’s national leadership and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

According to him, the alleged caretaker committee is attempting to exploit the situation for personal gain, particularly by targeting political aspirants ahead of the party’s primaries.

“Their aim is to create confusion and defraud unsuspecting aspirants seeking to contest under the party’s platform,” Ombugu said.

He further argued that the party’s constitution does not provide for the establishment of a caretaker committee, questioning the legitimacy of the group’s emergence.

Ombugu also raised concerns that those involved have been reaching out to ward and local government party executives, who were duly elected during the party’s congresses, as well as other stakeholders, in a bid to create division within the party.

He warned party members and supporters across the state’s 13 local government areas to avoid any dealings with the group, urging them to remain loyal to the recognized leadership.

Ombugu called on security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Department of State Services, and the Nigerian Army, to investigate the activities of the group and protect the public from possible deception.

He added that the party had conducted its ward, local government, and state congresses in line with constitutional provisions, with the processes monitored by INEC and security agencies.

“We followed due process, submitted the names of elected officials, and received official acknowledgment from INEC,” he stated.

Despite the internal dispute, Ombugu expressed confidence that the Labour Party would overcome its current challenges and emerge stronger ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He also reaffirmed the composition of the state executive, listing himself as chairman, alongside other officials including Bulus Sakks (Secretary), Esther Arishi (Treasurer), and Isiaka Okpu (Financial Secretary), among others.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Nasarawa State has suspended its State Chairman, Adamu Bako Ninga, over allegations of gross misconduct and anti-party activities.

The decision was taken during a meeting of the party’s State Working Committee (SWC) held on March 25, 2026, following what members described as extensive deliberations on the chairman’s conduct.

In a suspension letter signed by the State Secretary, Kafas D. Kaura, the party accused Ninga of actions that contravene its constitution.

“You are hereby suspended in view of multiple actions and inactions inconsistent with the provisions of the party constitution,” the statement read in part.

The PDP outlined several allegations against the chairman, including leaking sensitive party information to rival political groups, high-handed leadership style, and taking unilateral decisions without consulting the SWC.

Other claims include his alleged failure to convene crucial party meetings and involvement in activities considered detrimental to the party’s interests.

According to the party, Ninga is to serve a one-month suspension pending the outcome of a disciplinary investigation.

The SWC also directed him to immediately hand over all party property in his possession to the deputy chairman.

The party stated that the action was taken in line with Section 57(3) of its constitution, adding that further measures would be determined after the disciplinary process is concluded.

The All Progressives Congress has told opposition parties to stop disputing the espected outcome of the 2027 general elections and instead focus on the 2031 polls, insisting that its mandate remains valid.

The All Progressives Congress National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, made the statement on Tuesday, March 25, 2026, in Abuja, while reacting to continued opposition disputes over the 2027 general election outcome.

He said, “the opposition must accept the reality of the election and move forward rather than dwell on what he described as settled matters”.

He went further to say that “The 2027 elections have been concluded and the mandate freely given to our party by Nigerians is not in doubt, those still agitating should channel their energy towards preparing for 2031.”

He added that endless disputes over a concluded election do not serve the interest of democracy, stressing that the ruling party remains focused on governance and delivering on its promises.

Mr Morka further urged opposition parties to adopt issue-based politics, noting that “constructive engagement”, not distraction, is what the country needs at this time.