Women leaders of the Labour Party have closed ranks behind the Julius Abure-led national leadership, insisting that the recent court judgment against the party’s hierarchy is flawed and must be challenged on appeal.
The position was taken at a virtual strategy session convened to review developments within the party and map out priorities for 2026. In attendance were the National Women Leader, Deputy National Women Leader, South-South Women Leader and representatives of state women leaders across the federation.
Speaking after the meeting, the party’s National Women Leader, Mrs Dudu Mamman Manuga, said the women’s caucus had subjected the January 21, 2026 judgment of the Federal High Court to rigorous scrutiny and reached a unanimous conclusion that it contained “fundamental errors” requiring appellate intervention.
According to her, the women leaders reaffirmed their “total and unwavering support” for the National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, and the National Secretary, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, describing the current challenge as a test of institutional resilience rather than a terminal blow.
In a forward-looking resolution, the caucus resolved to intensify grassroots mobilisation, directing women at ward, local government and state levels to remain steadfast, united and optimistic as the party navigates the legal headwinds.
“We assure the National Working Committee and the National Executive Council, under the leadership of Barrister Julius Abure and Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, of our continued loyalty and readiness to demonstrate solidarity with the party at all times,” the women leaders said.
They urged party faithful to remain calm and focused, arguing that Labour Party’s history shows an ability to weather storms and rebound stronger.
