The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State has suspended the chairman of Edo State Forestry Commission, Valentine Asuen, for alleged infraction.
Asuen, a former state youth leader of the party and Edo South Senatorial aspirant, was alleged to have committed actions that amounted to incitement and divisiveness within the party.
His suspension was contained in a statement signed by the APC state publicity secretary, Peter Uwadia.
The letter said Asuen was suspended from the Party in accordance with the provisions of the party’s Constitution 2022, as amended.
It said the disciplinary action became necessary because Asuen’s conduct ran contrary to the spirit of unity, loyalty, and collective progress enshrined in the APC’s constitution.
According to the statement, “His actions have been deemed to amount to inciting division within the Party, thereby undermining the cohesion and discipline expected of every member.
“In line with Article 21:2 (ii) & (v) of the Party Constitution 2022, as amended, such conduct constitutes a violation of the obligations of a member.
“The APC remains committed to internal democracy, discipline, and the protection of its integrity. No act capable of destabilising the Party or inciting disaffection amongst members will be condoned.
“Let it be clearly stated that all appointments made thus far by His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo, have been evenly distributed across the state, including Oredo Local Government Area, without any undue influence from the Party’s Secretary, Engr. Lawrence Okah.
“The Party urges all members to remain steadfast, united, and focused on the collective vision of the APC, as we continue to work towards delivering good governance and democratic dividends to the people.”
Last week, Asuen was fingered to have sponsored the calls for the resignation of Okah as Secretary of the party. However, he denied the allegations.
