Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has launched efforts to mend the internal divisions plaguing the party as the 2027 general elections approach. On Monday, Datti met with the factional National Chairman, Julius Abure, and members of his camp in Abuja, pledging to lead initiatives to resolve the ongoing leadership crisis within the Labour Party.

The party has been grappling with internal strife since the 2023 general elections, with competing factions threatening its unity and electoral prospects. The rift has raised concerns about the Labour Party’s ability to present a cohesive front in future polls.

Datti’s intervention comes at a critical time, following recent remarks by the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who expressed support for a political coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform. Despite this, Datti’s reconciliation efforts are viewed as a pivotal step toward restoring stability and strengthening the Labour Party’s position.

During the Abuja meeting, Datti emphasized the need for unity, urging all factions to prioritize the party’s collective goals. Sources close to the meeting described the discussions as productive, with a focus on addressing grievances and rebuilding trust among party members.

The Labour Party’s leadership crisis has been marked by disputes over control and strategy, but Datti’s initiative signals a renewed commitment to resolving these challenges. Party stakeholders are hopeful that his mediation will pave the way for a unified and reinvigorated Labour Party ahead of the 2027 elections. Further meetings are expected as reconciliation efforts continue.