It Was A Privileged Meeting’ – LP Chair Abure Finally Reveals Why He Visited Wike

Abure faced heavy backlash after photos of the meeting in Abuja surfaced online, sparking speculation and criticism.

Speaking during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on Monday in Abuja, Abure clarified that the visit had been widely misunderstood and misrepresented.

He emphasized that the meeting with Wike was a private engagement, not a political strategy session.

“Last week, I met with the FCT Minister, and it triggered various comments, misconceptions, and interpretations, particularly concerning the photos from the visit,” Abure said.

“Now that we’re gathered here, I see this as the right time to make a brief clarification. I reside in the FCT, and Wike is the minister in charge. As a Nigerian citizen, I have every right to engage with any public official in the federal government.”

He further stated, “The meeting was privileged and strictly personal.”

Abure also used the platform to reaffirm his leadership position within the Labour Party, highlighting his role in expanding the party’s national influence.

“We have paid our dues in the Labour Party. We’ve led this party for years, and by the grace of God, it has grown to become one of Nigeria’s major political platforms under my leadership,” he said.

His remarks come amid ongoing internal strife within the LP, where two factions are vying for control. While Abure leads one camp, a rival faction is being steered by former finance minister Usman Nenadi, who claims to be the interim national chairman.