The Labour Party has adopted Dr. Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.
PrimeTimes Nigeria understands that Okereke emerged through a consensus arrangement among other aspirants, party members and stakeholders, and was affirmed in Abuja on May 30, 2026.
According to a statement by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Ken Asogwa, Dr Okereke is a distinguished governance expert, policy strategist and reform advocate, who has built an impressive reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading voices on public policy, legislative governance and institutional development.
He is the President of ERGAF-AFRICA Legislative Governance Innovation and Policy Hub, a foremost policy and legislative research institution, and serves as Legislative Consultant to key committees and ranking members of the National Assembly. He is also a Resident Lecturer in the Department of Public Policy and Administration, Miva Open University, Abuja, where he contributes to the development of the next generation of public sector leaders and policy professionals.
Okereke holds a PhD in Legislative Governance Studies and a master’s degree in Public Administration and Legislative Studies, both earned with distinction. His expertise in governance, public accountability and national development has made him a regular analyst on national and international media platforms.
The Labour Party said Okereke’s commitment to youth empowerment, education and democratic reforms reflects the competent, accountable and transformational leadership Nigeria requires at this time.