Labour Party congratulates Lula Da Silva on election victory

… Insists Gov. Otti’s success story in Abia is proof of the party’s fidelity to the cause of the People.

The Labour Party congratulates President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil on his recent re-election for an unprecedented fourth term as President of South America’s most populous country and largest economy.
A leftist and social democrat, President Lula and his party, the Workers’ Party (PT), share ideological similarities with the Labour Party.

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In a statement by the National Publicity Secretary of Labour Party, Ken Eluma Asogwa and made abailanle to CAPITAL POST in Abuja, on Friday, said, Nigeria Labour Party shared beliefs and political philosophy, firmly rooted in social democracy, saying that such continued to bring their paths together in many respects.

The statement reads: “His victory aptly demonstrates the confidence reposed in his leadership and political party by the Brazilian people, who have once again given a mandate to a government whose ideological foundation is firmly rooted in social democracy.

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“As Nigeria prepares for the coming general elections, the Labour Party wishes to use this opportunity to encourage Nigerians to draw inspiration from the Brazilian experience by supporting Labour Party candidates across all elective positions. Through the transformational leadership being provided in Abia State under Governor Alex Otti, the Labour Party has demonstrated its capacity, commitment and understanding of the needs and aspirations of the Nigerian people.

“Our political heritage, firmly rooted in social democracy, offers Nigeria an opportunity to pursue a governance philosophy that prioritises the welfare of the people, social justice, economic inclusion and equitable development.

“We firmly believe that Nigeria stands to gain immensely from having the Labour Party provide leadership across all tiers of government, including the presidency.

“As we continue to engage with Nigerians in the build-up to the general elections, we urge the electorate to remain confident in the Labour Party and its vision for a better Nigeria. The Brazilian experience has demonstrated the power of the people to shape their political destiny through the ballot. The same is possible in Nigeria, because People Power is greater than political power.”

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