The Labour Party has elected Peter Okoye as its new chairman in Anambra State following a state congress held on Sunday in Awka. The election, conducted in line with Article 24 of the party's constitution, also affirmed Chigbo Ogudebe as Deputy Chairman, Godwin Ibekwe as Secretary, and Nkemakonam Okoli as Publicity Secretary. Additional executives elected include Emma Uduaka as Legal Adviser, Ifeyinwa Ezenwa as Woman Leader, and Jerry Nnubia as Treasurer.
Okoye, speaking after taking the oath of office, commended party members for entrusting the leadership with the responsibility of steering the party. He pledged an all-inclusive administration and assured members of the party's victory in the 2027 general elections. He urged party members to support the new executives in repositioning the Labour Party across the state.
Edozie Ezeugwa, a party chieftain, praised the peaceful conduct of the congress and stated that the party aims to harness its diverse strengths to win more political positions in Anambra and nationally. The Labour Party Congress Committee supervised the process, while the Independent National Electoral Commission monitored the event. Delegates from all 21 local government areas of Anambra attended the congress.
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