LAGOS — Labour Party stakeholders in Lagos State have taken control of the party’s state secretariat, following the recent Supreme Court judgment that removed Julius Abure and his leadership team from office.
The peaceful takeover, which occurred earlier today, was executed without resistance, with stakeholders ensuring that all staff present at the time were escorted out in an orderly manner. The move marks a significant shift in the party’s internal restructuring, in line with the apex court’s verdict affirming the authority of the newly constituted caretaker leadership.
However, the exercise took a dramatic turn when stakeholders reportedly made disturbing discoveries in the office of the embattled Lagos State party chairperson, Pastor Dayo Ekong. Among the items found were bags of rice and packs of drinks—believed to have been stockpiled for undisclosed purposes—as well as peculiar objects described as ritualistic in nature.
According to eyewitnesses, several calabashes wrapped in red cloth, feathers, and white papers inscribed with names were uncovered. The stakeholders expressed alarm, calling the items deeply troubling and suggestive of possible attempts at spiritual manipulation within the party’s ranks.
“This is shocking, especially coming from someone who identifies as a pastor. It raises serious questions about the integrity and intentions of those who previously held power in our party,” one stakeholder remarked.
In a collective statement, the stakeholders urged all former executives, including Pastor Ekong, to respect the decision of the Supreme Court and allow the party to move forward in unity. They emphasized the need for the Labour Party to restore public confidence and build on the goodwill garnered during the 2023 elections, with an eye on the crucial 2027 polls.
The caretaker committee has vowed to institute internal reforms and return the party to its founding principles of transparency, integrity, and people-centered leadership.
