The Northwest Chairmen Forum of the Labour Party has asked the Nigerian Labour Congress to stop meddling into the affairs of the party.
The forum which comprises Chairmen from Katsina, Kano, Sokoto, Jigawa ,Zamfara and Kaduna states says once a political party is registered, it has a life of its own.
The forum led by the Kaduna State Chairman of the party, Umar Farouk stated this on Wednesday at a news briefing in Kaduna,
The forum said its attention was drawn to a statement credited to the President of the NLC, Ayuba Wabba which according to the members, was capable of misleading the public about the internal Political activities of the Labour Party.
“We believe that NLC President was mis- guided, ill- informed and motivated aimed at tarnishing and Undermining the good Leadership of our party under the able Leadership of Alh. Abdulkadir Abdulsalam and as well distract Nigerians from the Presidential declaration of the immediate past Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko.” the forum said.
The forum was of the view that the statement, by the NLC President was issued out of ignorance, prejudice and motivated by Political opponents who were afraid of the growing fortunes and prospects of the party as they inch closer to the 2019 general elections.
It said while they appreciate and acknowledge the solidarity of organised labour with the party, the NLC should be told that it is not the owner of the Party .
The forum therefore advised the NLC President to remain focused on his roles as President of the Nigerian Labour Congress and address issues affecting workers welfarism, instead of meddling in the activities of political parties.
The forum reaffirmed that the current Leadership of the party under Salam believes in the rule of law and the sanctity of the constitution.
It therefore enjoined Nigerians to support the Labour Party and it’s candidates across the country to bring the desired Change and progress in managing the affairs of the country.