The Labour Party has dismissed reports suggesting that it plans to boycott the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.

Party leaders clarified that the Labour Party remains fully committed to participating in the electoral process and will actively contest elections across the country.

According to party officials, the rumours about a possible boycott are false and do not reflect the position of the party leadership. They stated that the Labour Party believes in democratic participation and remains determined to strengthen its presence in Nigeria’s political landscape.

The party also emphasized that it is currently working on internal restructuring and grassroots mobilisation to prepare for future elections. Leaders of the party said efforts are ongoing to build stronger structures at ward state and national levels.

Political analysts say the clarification is important as political activities and alliances are already beginning to shape the race toward the 2027 elections.

The Labour Party gained significant national attention during the 2023 general elections and has since remained one of the notable opposition parties in the country.

Party officials reaffirmed that rather than withdrawing from elections the party is focused on expanding its support base and presenting candidates for various political offices in the next electoral cycle.