The Nenadi Usman-led faction of the Labour Party (LP) has announced Dr. Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

The party said Okereke emerged through a consensus arrangement endorsed by party members and stakeholders during a meeting held in Abuja on May 30, 2026.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa.

According to the statement, Okereke is a governance expert, policy strategist and advocate of institutional reforms with extensive experience in public policy and legislative governance.

The party described him as the President of ERGAF-AFRICA Legislative Governance Innovation and Policy Hub, a policy and legislative research organisation, and noted that he currently serves as a legislative consultant to committees and lawmakers in the National Assembly.

It added that Okereke is also a lecturer in the Department of Public Policy and Administration at Miva Open University, Abuja, where he is involved in training future public sector professionals and policy experts.

The Labour Party faction further highlighted his academic credentials, stating that he holds a doctorate degree in Legislative Governance Studies as well as master’s degrees in Public Administration and Legislative Studies.

According to the party, Okereke has built a reputation in the areas of governance, public accountability and national development, earning recognition as a commentator on public affairs across various media platforms.

The statement also cited his involvement in youth development, educational advancement and democratic reform initiatives as part of his contributions to nation-building.

Party officials said his emergence reflects their confidence in his capacity to provide what they described as competent, accountable and transformative leadership ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

The announcement comes as political parties and emerging coalitions continue to position themselves for the next general election cycle.