Anambra State Governorship aspirant under the Labour Party, Mr. John Chuma Nwosu has dismissed speculation that he has withdrawn from the race, declaring himself ready for the April 5 primary of the party.
The Director General (DG) of John Chuma Nwosu Campaign Organisations, Chief Ben Chuks Nwosu, who made the disclosure described the rumour gaining traction in the social media as a lie of enormous proportion.
He said, “The scurrilous rumour making the rounds that John C. Nwosu, the leading Labour Party aspirant has stepped down for Chief George Moghalu, another LP aspirant is not true. The rumour is a lie of enormous proportion.
“The Labour Party delegates will decide who will be the party candidate. Party nomination cannot be won through lies, subterfuge and mischievous fake news. We urge party faithfuls to disregard such distractive misinformation.”
Meanwhile, John Nwosu literarily shut down Labour Party’s National Secretariat in Abuja as he officially submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to the National Secretariat Office.
The leading LP governorship aspirant was accompanied by passionate party members and energetic youths to the National Secretariat of the party.
Hon. Oseloka H. Obaze, Chairman of the John Chuma Nwosuโs Campaign Organization expressed the teamโs confidence in their aspirant, emphasizing the collective decision to back the best aspirant for the job.
Addressing the gathering, John Chuma Nwosu expressed gratitude and reaffirmed his dedication to the partyโs success in Anambra.
“Today marks a significant milestone in my life, my familyโs journey, and the future of Anambra State under the Labour Party. We have gathered to celebrate and officially submit our expression of interest and nomination forms.
“I deeply appreciate the tireless efforts of the National Working Committee in ensuring a smooth and transparent process.
“Our party successfully conducted a peaceful congress in Anambra state without legal disputes, and I pray that the upcoming primaries reflect the same orderliness. As of today, we have 21 active Labour Party offices across the state, a testament to our grassroots strength.
“I assure you that if given the mandate as the partyโs candidate, we will secure an overwhelming victory for the Labour Party in Anambra. Thank you all for your dedication, and may God bless our great party,” he said.
The Labour Partyโs National Chairman, Barr. Julius Abure, while speaking at the occasion commended Nwosu for his commitment and reassured all aspirants of a transparent nomination process.
The moment Dr. John Chuma Nwosu submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to the National Secretariat Officeof Labour Party in Abuja on Wednesday, 19th March 2025.