The National Working Committee (NWC) of the People’s Democratic Party (NWC) has announced the suspension of several chieftains, including the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, a known loyalist of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike.
The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Debo Ologunagba, told journalists in Abuja today Saturday, that the decision to slam a one-month suspension on those concerned was taken at an emergency meeting of the national working committee, which was held in Abuja.
Debo Ologunagba said that, in accordance with Section 36 (2) of the party’s constitution, the Deputy National Secretary, Setonji Koshoedo, will act as the National Secretary during the suspension period.
He also said others affected included: National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade; Deputy Legal Adviser, Okechukwu Osuoha; and National Organising Secretary, Umaru Bature.
The suspension comes on the heels of the judgement of the Federal High Court On Friday, which stopped the party’s planned National Convention.
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According to Ologunagba, the suspension followed allegations of anti-party activities and conduct capable of bringing the party into disrepute.
He stated that the affected officials have been referred to the PDP National Disciplinary Committee for further investigation, adding that they will cease to function in their respective positions during the suspension period.
“The NWC, in line with the provisions of the PDP Constitution, reached the following resolutions: the National Legal Adviser, Mr. Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN); Deputy Legal Adviser, Okechukwu Osuoha; National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; and National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, have been suspended for one month and referred to the party’s Disciplinary Committee,” Ologunagba said.
Meanwhile, the National Director of Legal Services, Jacob Otorkpa, has been directed to oversee the Legal Department.
