LP Crisis: Obi, Otti Hail Supreme Court Judgment Affirming CTC Leadership

 LP Crisis: Obi, Otti Hail Supreme Court Judgment Affirming CTC Leadership

By Audoz Buzz Political Desk

[April 9, 2025] – In a landmark ruling that could reshape the future of the Labour Party (LP), the Supreme Court today affirmed the legitimacy of the party’s Caretaker Committee (CTC), bringing long-awaited clarity to a bitter internal crisis that has plagued the LP for months.

Moments after the verdict was delivered, Labour Party leader Peter Obi and Abia State Governor Alex Otti publicly welcomed the judgment, describing it as a "restoration of order, unity, and democratic principle" within the party’s ranks.

“The Supreme Court has spoken with finality,” Obi declared outside his Abuja residence, where crowds of supporters had gathered, waving LP flags and chanting songs of solidarity. “This ruling is not just a victory for the CTC. It is a victory for due process, for our constitution, and for every Nigerian who believes in a new kind of politics.”

Governor Otti, in a press statement issued by his media office, called the judgment "a stabilizing force" for the party and praised the court for upholding the internal mechanisms of political organizations. “The Caretaker Committee was a necessary corrective move,” he said. “The decision validates the will of the party and the people.”

The Crisis That Rocked the Party

The internal rift began months ago when a faction within the LP rejected the emergence of the CTC, accusing it of being illegitimately constituted and calling for a return to the pre-crisis leadership. The dispute escalated into parallel meetings, conflicting communiqués, and multiple court cases — casting a shadow over the party’s unity and preparations for upcoming elections.

Today’s judgment puts that division to rest.

In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the LP followed due constitutional procedure in setting up the Caretaker Committee, especially in the wake of the resignation and exit of key national officers. The court dismissed the arguments of the opposing faction as “untenable and without merit.”

Party Base Rejoices

Celebrations broke out across major LP strongholds. In Onitsha, Awka, and Aba, party supporters danced in the streets, carrying banners with Obi’s image and chanting, “Labour Must Lead! Labour Must Win!”

At the LP national secretariat in Abuja, CTC Chairman Alhaji Bashiru Lamidi addressed reporters: “We thank the judiciary for defending democracy. Now, we invite all members — including those who opposed us — to return to the fold and help us rebuild stronger.”

What Comes Next?

With the legal cloud lifted, the Labour Party is expected to reorganize swiftly, focusing on grassroots mobilization, reconciliation, and preparation for local government and governorship polls in key states. Insiders say a national convention is imminent, where the CTC will hand over to newly elected officers.

Political analysts believe today’s verdict could strengthen LP’s standing ahead of 2027, especially among young voters and progressives disillusioned with the two dominant parties.

In the words of Peter Obi: “We are back on track. Let’s fix the country — starting with ourselves.”

The message from the court is clear: the Labour Party now has a green light to move forward — united, legitimate, and focused.

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