National Chairman of the Labour Party, Nenadi Usman, has called on Nigeria’s political leaders to put aside bitterness and ensure that the 2027 general elections are defined by ideas and constructive engagement rather than hostility and division.
Usman made the appeal in Jos, the Plateau State capital, during the 80th birthday celebration of former Plateau and old Benue State Governor, Jonah David Jang.
Her remarks were contained in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa.
According to the statement, the Labour Party chairman stressed that Nigeria’s future depends on the willingness of political leaders to place national interest above party affiliation and personal ambition.
“Our political parties may be different, but our country is one. We owe future generations the responsibility of conducting politics without destroying the bonds that hold our nation,” she said.
Usman cautioned against inflammatory political rhetoric, warning that differences in political opinion should never turn citizens into enemies or threaten national unity.
She urged politicians across party lines to embrace issue-based campaigns, peaceful engagement and responsible leadership as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 elections.
The Labour Party leader also paid tribute to Senator Jang, describing him as a patriot whose decades of service in both the military and democratic governance have earned him a distinguished place in Nigeria’s history.
She noted that Jang’s career reflects discipline, courage and sacrifice, first as a military officer and later as Governor of Plateau State and Senator of the Federal Republic.
Usman said such a legacy should inspire current and future political leaders to pursue leadership founded on service, patriotism and commitment to national development.
