Labour Party clarifies Abayomi Arabambi not member, denies role in Obi case

Labour Party states Abayomi Arabambi, who dragged WAEC, NYSC, and UNN to court over Peter Obi’s academic records, is not a member and never acted on the party’s behalf. The party suspended him on March 18, 2026 for anti‑party activities, a decision ratified by its National Convention on April 28, 2026, after which he ceased to be a member. LP’s National Publicity Secretary Ken Eluma Asogwa said the party stayed silent when the story first appeared on social media, deeming it a clout chase, but felt compelled to respond after mainstream outlets labeled Arabambi an LP chieftain.

The clarification matters because it separates Arabambi’s personal litigation from the Labour Party, preventing false association of the party with the controversial case. It also notes the party is reviewing legal steps against any unauthorized representation, including a possible petition to law enforcement, while stressing the statement does not affect the merits of Arabambi’s claims against Mr Obi before the court.

Readers should know Arabambi acted individually, the party expelled him months ago, and any claim of his LP affiliation is untrue. The party hopes this sets the record straight without commenting on the substance of the ongoing court case.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/14/peter-obi-certificates-abayomi-arabambi-not-our-member-labour-party/