The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended one of its chieftains and former senatorial aspirant, Hon. Valentine Asuen, over alleged acts of indiscipline and conduct deemed capable of destabilising the party.
In a statement issued on Monday by the State Publicity Secretary, Barr. Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie, the party said the decision was taken “in accordance with the provisions of the APC Constitution 2022, as amended.”
According to the statement, Asuen’s conduct was found to be in breach of the spirit of unity, loyalty, and collective progress that the APC stands for.
“His actions have been deemed to amount to inciting division within the Party, thereby undermining the cohesion and discipline expected of every member,” Uwadiae-Igbinigie said.
Citing Articles 21:2 (ii) & (v) and 21:5 (a), (c), (d), (e), (f) & (h) of the APC Constitution, the party noted that such infractions amount to punishable offences, warranting disciplinary measures, including suspension.
The statement reaffirmed the APC’s commitment to internal democracy and discipline, stressing that no conduct capable of inciting disaffection or eroding party unity would be tolerated.
It also dismissed insinuations of undue influence in political appointments under Governor Monday Okpebholo, insisting that all appointments made so far have been evenly distributed across the state, including Oredo Local Government Area.
