April 4, 2025
In a landmark ruling this morning, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has sacked Julius Abure from his position as the National Chairman of the Labour Party. The court’s decision overturns a prior judgment by the Court of Appeal in Abuja that had upheld Abure’s leadership.
The Supreme Court determined that the Court of Appeal lacked the jurisdiction to declare Abure as the party’s chairman, emphasizing that internal disputes within political parties should not be subject to judicial intervention. The ruling also highlighted that Abure’s tenure had already expired, further validating the court’s decision.
The appeal was brought forward by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman and another claimant, whose arguments were deemed meritorious by the Supreme Court. In contrast, the cross-appeal from Abure’s faction was dismissed as unmeritorious.
This ruling is poised to intensify the ongoing leadership crisis within the Labour Party, raising significant questions about the party’s future direction and governance. The Supreme Court’s decision underscores the importance of resolving internal party matters without judicial interference, potentially setting a precedent for similar cases in the political landscape.
As the party grapples with this development, the focus now shifts to who will assume leadership and how the Labour Party will navigate this turbulent period.
