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Alleged Anti-party Activities: Accord Expels Ex-presidential Candidate, Imumolen, 7 State Chairmen
Accord party has expelled its presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Prof. Christopher Imumolen, and seven state chairmen over alleged anti-party activities and other offences.
The expulsion of the members was contained in a communique issued after the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Tuesday in Abuja.
The communique was read to newsmen by the party’s National Chairman, Maxwell Mgbudem.
The expelled state chairmen included: Lanre Ogundare (Lagos), Surajo Ibrahim (Zamfara), Muktar Abdalla (Borno) and Dzingina Ephraim (Nasarawa).
Also expelled were: three former state chairmen: Chief Abiola Odeoba (Ekiti), Dr Falaye Ajibola (Ondo) and Prince Adebisi Ganiy (Ogun).
Mgbudem said that NEC approved the expulsion of Imumolen and the other seven party chieftains following the recommendations of a seven-man Disciplinary Committee set up by the National Working Committee (NWC).
He said that the disciplinary committee was set up to investigate allegations of gross misconduct, anti-party activities and breaches of the party’s constitution against some members, while some resolutions were made.
“The NEC unanimously approved, upheld and endorsed the disciplinary measures against some members of the party for gross misconduct, anti-party activities, factionalising the party, bringing it to ridicule, disrepute, disaffection and breaches of its constitution.
“Accordingly, NEC expelled eight members and suspended three others for violating Article 20A (vii), (ix), (xiii), and 20A (1) of the party’s constitution,’’ he said.
Mgbudem stated that NEC also suspended Salimu Boyi, its Katsina State chairman; Fatima Zarumi, acting Yobe Chairman and Abdullahi Kasowa, Bauchi State chairman.
“The NEC emphasised the need to maintain decorum within the party to avoid a state of anarchy and lawlessness.
“It highlighted the need to preserve the party’s constitution and its adherence, which is not just expedient but mandatory as the party is supreme.
“The NEC passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of Mgbudem as the authentic national chairman of Accord.
“The NEC urged him to remain focused in rebuilding, rebranding and strengthening the party to meet the needs and expectations of citizens for a better Nigeria,’’ he said.
Mgbudem added that NEC also welcomed back members who were misled into instigating rebellion against the party leadership to destabilise it and bring it to ridicule.
He said that NEC also urged members to remain in one accord, as there was no faction in the party.
The national chairman said that the court had since vacated the interim order obtained by Imumolen, which naturally expired after seven days as ruled by the presiding Judge, Justice M. M. Adamu of the FCT High Court on Sept. 4.
He said that the judge, in his ruling, had also ordered the intruders to vacate the party’s national secretariat which they forcefully took over on Aug. 31.
Mgbudem said that Accord had commenced massive membership drive, aimed at repositioning it as a major stakeholder in the country’s democratic process.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Joseph Omorogbe, in an interview with newsmen, said that the party was united and ready to compete with other political parties in the 2027 general elections.
“Members who left the party mistakenly are back, knowing that this is the way. With this, it is a milestone for us. This has not spilt us; it has further consolidated our move to winning elections in 2027,’’ he said.
Omorogbe expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, saying: “it is great because what you are not eating, you are not supposed to collect tax on it.’’ (NAN)
From Ayinde Akintade, Osogbo
The Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Dr Akogun Lere Oyewumi, has declared that Osun State is very lucky to have Hon Sunday Bisi as the Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, as he celebrates his birthday on Sunday.According to Senator Oyewumi in his birthday congratulatory message issued and made available to newsmen, said the entire PDP family are very lucky for having the caliber of Hon Bisi at the helm of affairs as he had served the state in various capacities meritoriously and without blemish, describing his leadership as a shinning example to upcoming generations.
On this special occasion, Senator Oyewumi representing Osun West Senatorial District recognizes Hon Sunday Bisi’s significant contributions to the political landscape of Osun State and his unwavering commitment to the values of democracy, unity, and progress. “His dedication to public service and tireless efforts in promoting the well-being of the people of the state are highly commendable and worthy of celebration.”Your tenure as the Osun PDP Chairman has been meaningful, and replete with unparalleled successes, not only on the electoral field but also in the committed support and partnership you have given to our leader, His Excellency, Governor Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke (ImoleOsun), which has promoted and engendered a united, purposeful, discipline and harmonious co-existence as Hallmark of our party.”As the PDP Chairman in Osun State, Hon Bisi has played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and cooperation among party members and guiding the party towards achieving its goals. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in strengthening the political fabric of Osun State.”On behalf of my family and entire Osun West Senatorial District, I Senator Oyewumi appreciates the selflessness, dedication, and continuous sacrifices made by Hon Sunday Bisi towards ensuring the development, stability and soaring electoral fortunes of the PDP in Osun State.”I wish you, Hon Sunday Bisi a joyous birthday filled with adequate joy, happiness and fulfillment while this new year also bring you continued strength, knowledge and the resolve to inspire positive change within our communities, Happy Birthday to you and Congratulations,” Senator Oyewumi concluded.
From Ayinde Akintade, Osogbo
Osun State Commissioner for Rural Development and Community Affairs, Aare Ganiyu Ayobami Olaoluwa Asejere, on Sunday called on the people of Osun Central Senatorial District to troop out enmass to register and collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) as the exercise is approaching.
Alhaji Olaoluwa’ who is in the race for the Senatorial seat of Osun Central Senatorial District on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the call while having a political meeting with the constituents in Osogbo the capital of Osun State. Alhaji Olaoluwa popularly known as “Asejere” appealed to his people to seize the opportunity of the exercise as stated by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC to collect and register for those having issues with their PVC.”I implore you to assist by demonstrating your unalloyed support to the INEC in the state to mobilize yourselves not only to register for the PVC, but for the collection for the benefit of all of us because, no PVC, no voting.”Your PVC is your weapon which will enable you to cast your vote for any candidate of your choice, so as the online registration commence on 18th day of August, 2025, and in-person or physical registration shall also commence on the 25th of August, 2025 across the 30 Local Government offices in Osun State including the Area office at Modakeke at no fee, I want you all to partake fully in the exercise and there must be no excuse for you all not to involved.”I also want to implore the prospective registrant for the online registration to visit www.cvr.inecnigeria.org, the applicant will complete the registration forms available on the website and later visit the Local Government offices for biometrics capturing, which includes, the facials and the fingerprint. We can all see now that they have made everything easier for all and sundry,” he stated.The Osogbo-born politician who advised the people that have already registered for PVC to endeavor to collect the cards from the INEC office declared that it would allow the eligible voters in the constituency to vote for candidates of their choice in the forthcoming election, saying “Your PVC is your weapon to vote for your candidates according to your conscience.”Alhaji Olaoluwa, who is also the Chairman, Commissioners Forum in Osun State, however, admonished the electorates against engaging in multiple registrations, adding that registering twice or more is against Electoral Law.Alhaji Olaoluwa cautioned his teeming supporters at the well attended political meeting that INEC would detect any multiple registrations and culprit would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.He added further by appealing to youths in the area to shun all forms of violence and refused to used as political thugs during the coming elections.”I also appeal to you all not to sell your PVC to any politicians as your PVC is your certificate to vote during the election.”The incumbent administration in Osun State today headed by Governor Ademola Adeleke does not promote violence or anything that may lead to chaos but always pursuing the welfare and betterment of the entire people, so all of us must emulate this for the entire state to progress and above all demonstrate your unflinching support to Mr Governor transformation agenda,” Alhaji Olaoluwa concluded
By Ene Asuquo, Calabar
A former Governorship Candidate in the 2023 elections in Cross River State, Mr Effiong Efa Nyong has declared that the African Democratic Congress ADC will give Nigerians the Country of their dream with a respectable leader like Senator David Mark as the Party National Chairman.
He said the welcome of the coalition of political parties and ADC as a political force has been awesome especially at a time when Nigerians became very scared that the country was drifting into a one party state, occasioned by the gale of endorsements and defections into the ruling party in the country and the dictatorial tendencies of the Tinubu led administration.
Nyong averred that with ADC now as a viable opposition that is ready to change the narrative, is a development that have given hope to Nigerians that a new Nigeria is possible
He stressed that the momentum set by the new National Chairman, Senator David Mark as he takes over the mantle of leadership of the Party with a determination to give good governance to Nigerians through the human oriented policies of ADC in his inaugural speech.
“The turmoil, rancour and litigations in the labour party (LP)also became very scary, therefore the emergence of the African Democratic Congress(ADC) as a political force and coalition platform after months of speculation brought a huge relief to Nigerians, who have become hopeful all over again”, he stated.
He expressed disappointment over the heightened sense of arrogance and impunity displayed by some government appointees of the APC government and in total disregard for the laws of the land
According to him; “The same situation brought about the emergence of local strongmen, who undermined the sincerity of purpose and true sense of comradeship and commitment
That was why On our part, we toured from Obudu to Bakassi, consulting and sensitizing our people on the need for us to welcome the coalition partners, to join hands and take our country and state back”.
Nyong recalled that the National Chairman, spoke extensively about what the ADC stands for. He explained further that the Party would bring hope and a future assured for the teeming population of young people from diverse groups and backgrounds.
While assuring Nigerians that Senator David Mark under his leadership as the party chairman will use clean, clear templates, follow agreements and galvanize support and followership, based on capacity and the mission to rescue Nigeria
“ADC has come, coalition is an opportunity to reset, rebuild and recreate Cross River state and Nigeria as there is no time to dwell on blaming anyone”, he maintained.
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