The National Convention of the Labour Party, LP, says it has reserved its 2027 Presidential  ticket for the party’s leader and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Gregory Obi.
The National Convention is LP’s highest decision making body.   
The party also announced a right of first refusal for the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, should he decide to seek reelection as governor on the party’s platform.
These were contained in a Communique signed after the party’s National Convention, held in Nnewi, Anambra State, on Wednesday.
The communique was signed by the re-elected National Chairman of the LP, Comrade Julius Abure, and National Secretary, Umar Faruk Ibrahim.
According to the LP,  by reserving the ticket for Obi, the party, it aimed to position itself for a strong and competitive showing in the 2027 polls.
Peter Obi, a seasoned politician from Anambra State, brings a wealth of experience and political acumen to the table, according to the party.
The LP further aid Governor Otti’s potential candidacy adds depth and diversity to the party’s electoral strategy, potentially broadening its appeal to voters nationwide.