The Labour Party in Edo State faces internal divisions as two factions within the party have announced rival candidates for the upcoming September 21st gubernatorial election.
This development raises critical questions about the party’s unity and potential impact on its electoral chances.
On Friday, Barrister Olumide Akpata was declared the candidate of the Julius Abure-led faction after a primary election, garnering 316 votes.
Less than 24 hours later, a rival faction led by Alhaji Lamidi Apapa submitted a letter to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nominating Barrister Anderson Uwadiae Asemota as their candidate.
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The party’s internal divisions could potentially weaken its position and influence voter perception during the election campaign.
The legitimacy of each candidate’s nomination remains unclear due to the ongoing internal dispute within the Labour Party.
INEC’s response to the conflicting nominations and the subsequent legal implications are yet to be determined.
The implications of this split for the party’s overall image and performance in the Edo election remain to be seen.
