….over Allegations of Anti-Party Activities.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has officially suspended former governor and ex-Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, due to accusations of anti-party conduct. The suspension, effective immediately, awaits the results of ongoing disciplinary hearings initiated by the state party leadership.
This decision follows a formal request from the Ilesa East Local Government APC Executive Committee, which accused Aregbesola of engaging in actions detrimental to the party’s integrity. Allegations against him include promoting factionalism and collaborating with opposition parties.
In response to the committee’s letter, the Osun State APC Executive Committee informed the national leadership, represented by APC National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, about Aregbesola’s suspension and the formation of a disciplinary panel to investigate the claims.
The resolution, issued on October 22 and signed by Osun APC Chairman Tajudeen Lawal and Secretary Kamar Olabisi, detailed the allegations and invoked Article 21 of the APC Constitution to justify Aregbesola’s suspension.
The committee cited multiple charges against Aregbesola, including creating the Omoluabi Caucus splinter group, collaborating with opposition factions, publicly criticizing high-profile party leaders, abstaining from local party events, and not voting for the APC since the 2019 general elections.
The newly formed disciplinary committee is expected to conclude its investigation within 14 days and has formally invited Aregbesola to defend himself against the allegations.
Reiterating its commitment to maintaining party discipline, the Osun APC has urged its members to avoid actions that could jeopardize the party’s unity and future electoral success, warning that disciplinary measures will be taken against any member who violates party guidelines or engages in conduct deemed harmful to the APC.
In a subsequent correspondence dated October 24, the disciplinary committee granted Aregbesola 48 hours to respond in writing to the six charges against him, emphasizing the importance of his reply in their ongoing investigation.
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