Former Labour Party Nat’l Treasurer Slams Julius Abure, Asks Him To Account For N3.5 Billion

The former National Treasurer of Labour Party, Mrs Oluchi Opara, has lambasted the embattled National Chairman of the party, Bar. Julius Abure, challenging him to account for the 3.5 billion Naira campaign fund he allegedly misappropriated.

The treasurer who said she possess intimate knowledge of the party's financial dealings, noted that the N3.5 billion in question was meant for critical party expenses, but evidence suggests that it was diverted for personal gains.

In a statement she issued in Monday, Opara added that the allegations against Abure are serious and warrants immediate attention.

She said, “Mr. Julius Abure, the Former Acting National Chairman of the party, has been accused of misappropriating and corruptly utilizing 3.5 billion Naira generated by the party during the 2023 General Election. Instead of addressing these serious allegations, Mr. Abure has chosen to embark on a wild goose chase, attempting to discredit our principal, Peter Obi.

“As the former National Treasurer, I possess intimate knowledge of the party's financial dealings and can confidently attest that the allegations against Mr. Abure are not unfounded. The 3.5 billion Naira in question was meant for critical party expenses, but evidence suggests that it was diverted for personal gain.

“It is shocking that Mr. Abure has opted to deflect attention from his own actions by launching a smear campaign against Peter Obi, a respected leader and the face of our party. This diversionary tactic is a clear indication of his desperation to avoid accountability.

“I urge Mr. Abure to come clean and address the allegations directly. The party deserves transparency and honesty, especially from those who at one time or other were entrusted with leadership responsibility. I call on the Labour Party leadership and relevant authorities to investigate this matter thoroughly and bring clarity to the allegations.

“Let us not forget that accountability is the cornerstone of good governance and leadership. I will not stand idly by while our party's integrity is compromised. I demand that Mr. Abure answers to these allegations and provides evidence to support his claims of innocence.

“I reiterate that the allegations against Mr. Abure are serious and warrant immediate attention. I will continue to advocate for transparency and accountability within our party, even if it means standing alone. The truth must prevail, and justice must be served.”