The Labour Party has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission, led by Prof Joash Amupitan, for its steadfast adherence to the rule of law.
The commendation is contained in a statement by Ken Asogwa, Senior Special Adviser on Media to LP Interim National Chairman, Sen. Esther Usman, on Thursday in Abuja.
The reaction followed INEC’s recognition of Usman as Interim National Chairman and Sen. Darlington Nwokocha as the party’s National Secretary.
INEC also invited the recognised leaders to its quarterly consultative meeting with political party leaders held on Thursday.
The commission acted in compliance with a Federal High Court judgment delivered on Jan. 21, recognising and inviting the new party leadership.
Asogwa described the invitation as proof of INEC’s commitment to truth and justice in Nigeria’s democratic process.
“This singular invitation further affirms and accords full legitimacy to the current leadership of the party.
“INEC’s leadership, under Prof Amupitan, has demonstrated steadfast adherence to the rule of law,” he said.
Asogwa said the party was relieved that its protracted internal crisis had been resolved, describing the period as torturous.
“The Labour Party thanks its supporters, the media, and all lovers of democracy who stood by us throughout this trying period,” he said.
He reiterated the party’s commitment to democratic values, internal cohesion, and constructive engagement in advancing Nigeria’s democracy.
