Rebranded LPPMC Backs 2027 Anti-APC Coalition, Promises Nationwide Mobilisation

By Mike Odeh James

The Liberal Progressive and Patriotic Members Congress (LPPMC), formerly known as the Labour Party Patriotic Members Congress, has formally declared its support for a national coalition seeking to oust the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.

In a press release signed by Luka Ikechukwu of Pointsman Projects Media, a good governance advocacy group, the LPPMC described the coalition as a union of “well-meaning and public-spirited Nigerians” determined to rescue the country from what it called the “failures of poor governance under the APC.”

The group recalled its critical role in mobilising grassroots support for Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during the 2023 elections, and stated that it is now refocusing its energies toward a broader national movement for reform.

“Our Congress is ready, willing, able, and committed to deploy its structures across all six geopolitical zones, the 36 states, the FCT, and the 774 local government areas in support of the coalition and in pursuit of responsible and responsive governance,” the statement read.

It further pledged to harness its “monstrous followership” and resources to defend democracy and push for leadership that is genuinely accountable to the people.

LPPMC emphasized that its engagement in the coalition was driven not by political convenience, but by principle.

“This must be different from the current order where leaders have failed in accountability,” the group said. “We shall mobilise our structures to support the genuine effort of progressives to rescue the nation.”

Kingsley Okundaye, the National Coordinator of the LPPMC, underscored the Congress’s dedication to democratic values and national renewal, saying that Nigeria desperately needs a shift in political culture.

“Our dear nation, and all those in leadership, whether in government or the opposition, must embrace the progressive and patriotic ideals that define LPPMC as a credible vehicle for national rebirth,” Okundaye stated.

He expressed optimism that the coalition’s efforts would usher in a “new dawn” for Nigeria, emphasizing the need for any alliance to be “people-centered and policy-driven.”