Rivers Labour Party unity declared by Beatrice Itubo as she says factional leadership crisis is over following state congress in Port Harcourt
The leader of the Labour Party in Rivers State and its 2023 governorship candidate, Beatrice Itubo, has declared that the party is no longer divided, insisting that internal factional disputes have been resolved following a state congress in Port Harcourt.
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Unity restored in Rivers Labour Party leadership under Beatrice Itubo declaration came after delegates from across the 23 local government areas gathered on Saturday to elect new state executives to steer the affairs of the party.
Addressing journalists after the congress, Itubo cautioned against further legal disputes over leadership, warning that prolonged court battles would only drain the party’s resources and weaken its structure ahead of future elections.
She urged aggrieved members to align with the leadership recognised by both the courts and the Independent National Electoral Commission, represented by Esther Nenadi Usman, in order to strengthen the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to her, the outcome of the congress signals a fresh start for the party, stressing that unity remains essential for political relevance and electoral competitiveness.
Itubo maintained that the Labour Party remains fundamentally a workers-based movement, noting that while high-profile figures have boosted its visibility, its core strength lies in grassroots membership.
She also highlighted the economic hardship facing Nigerians, arguing that worsening inflation, unemployment, and rising living costs continue to reinforce the party’s relevance among ordinary citizens.
The congress was described as a major departure from previous practices, with new leadership emerging through a consensus process involving delegates and labour representatives, including the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress.
Newly elected State Chairman Fredric Nwojie said the party had undergone a stabilisation process following internal crises, noting that reconciliation efforts had helped restore structure despite some members choosing not to return.
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Party officials say the restructuring marks a renewed effort to reposition the Labour Party in Rivers State as a unified political force ahead of upcoming elections.
