May 30, 2026

By John Alechenu

The Labour Party has formally presented Dr. Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

Okereke emerged following a broad-based consensus among party members and stakeholders affirmed in Abuja on May 30, 2026, the party said in a statement.

The party described Okereke as a governance expert, policy strategist and reform advocate with a strong reputation in public policy, legislative governance and institutional development.