2027: Maku, Abbo, others obtain Labour Party nomination forms

Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: May 13, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2027: Maku, Abbo, others obtain Labour Party nomination forms

The Labour Party National Secretariat saw a surge in activity as aspirants from across Nigeria came to obtain nomination forms for the 2027 elections. Notable candidates include Labaran Maku for the Nasarawa North Senatorial District and Senator Ishaku Abbo for the Adamawa State governorship. Maku expressed confidence in the party's chances, while Abbo praised the leadership of National Chairman Nenadi Usman.

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