The Labour Party has recognised and rewarded 150 individuals and support groups in Abuja who contributed to its success in the 2023 general elections.

Joy Ohiomero, a party leader in Abuja-South, said at the luncheon and award ceremony on Saturday in Abuja that the awards recognised the supporters’ trust, loyalty, support and contributions.

Ms Ohiomero had sought the party’s ticket to contest the House of Representatives seat but failed in that bid.

“This award is to recognise the contributions of both individuals and groups who supported me during my campaign and other activities at the 2023 elections. I understand that gratitude unlocks the doors for more support and that is why I have decided to recognise and appreciate those who ran the race with me on the platform of the LP. 

“From the local government agents to the volunteers, the support groups, foot soldiers, women leaders, youth groups, elders and advisers of the party, I am grateful. I am grateful, and LP is grateful for the support,” she said.

Ms Ohiomero also commended those not selected or nominated for the award, adding that the party also recognised their support. However,t due to limited funds, the awardees had to be few.

She urged the award recipients not to relent in supporting party candidates, especially as the local government election was fast approaching.

Peter Diugwu, the Labour Party chairman in Abuja, commended the former candidate for taking the initiative to recognise and reward individuals and groups that supported her political aspirations in the last election.

Mr Diugwu urged the award recipients to use the recognition to garner more followers and supporters for the party ahead of future elections.

Joshua Obika, who represents AMAC in the House of Representatives, lauded the former candidate’s efforts in attempting and contesting the 2023 election and urged her to remain focused on her political aspirations.

“Madam Joy ran the election without any prior experience or fear, and we can say she did well, and the experience of 2023 is only a stepping stone towards greater achievement,” he said.

Mr Obika urged the youths to emulate her by joining a political party and pursuing their political ambitions without fear of being intimidated by their inexperience.

Chibike Moses, the party’s chairman in Gwagwalada, commended the party and the former candidate for recognising supporters’ contributions and urged the party to remain focused on its vision and mission for Nigeria.

Recipients of the awards thanked the former candidate and the party for the recognition.

(NAN)