By Ayo Kehinde
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State, Aliyu Bello, has been suspended with immediate effect over alleged involvement in anti-party activities.
A statement by the chairman of the party in his Gayam ward of Lafia, Ibrahim Iliyasu, said the suspension followed a unanimous decision by all the party officials in the Ward.
Accusing Bello of an alleged breach of Article 21 of the party’s constitution, Iliyasu stated, “We, the undersigned Executive Members of the All Progressives Congress, Gayam Ward in Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, hereby write to formally suspend you, Hon. Aliyu Bello, from the party (All Progressives Congress) with immediate effect.
“This decision arises as a result of an investigation of complaints by ward members of your anti-party activities contrary to Article 21 of the APC Constitution (as amended), which outlines the conduct expected of members and the disciplinary measures to be taken against infractions.
“Specifically, we have credible evidence and reports that you have openly promoted and campaigned for a member of another political party, in direct violation of Article 21 (i), (ii), and (vii) which prohibit; (a) Engaging in acts that tend to bring the party into hatred, contempt, ridicule or disrepute; (b) Engaging in anti-party activities; (c) Membership, promotion or support of rival political parties.
“Your actions have caused embarrassment to the party, undermined the credibility of our collective efforts, and constitute a serious breach of party loyalty and discipline.
“In line with the powers vested in us as ward executives under Article 21 (D) (i)-(iii) of the APC Constitution, and having consulted widely with stakeholders within the ward, we have resolved as follows; That you, Hon. Aliyu Bello, are hereby suspended from the All Progressives Congress (APC) with immediate effect pending further investigation and disciplinary action by higher party organs.
“That this resolution shall be communicated to the Lafia Local Government APC Executive Committee, Nasarawa State Executive Committee, and the National Working Committee (NWC) for ratification and further necessary action.
“We urge you to refrain from parading yourself as a member of the party pending the conclusion of this process. Accept the assurances of our highest esteemed regards as always.”
