Edo PDP Rejects Orbih’s Suspension
- Says action ‘unacceptable, null and void’
BY SEGUN ADEBAYO – Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says the so-called suspension of the Party’s National Vice Chairman, South-South, Chief Dan Orbih, is a joke taken too far by some recalcitrant members.
A statement in Benin on Thursday by the PDP Publicity Secretary in the State, Mr Chris Nehikhare, said the party was constrained to react to the “unacceptable and regrettable” behavior of some of its members in the last few hours.
Nehikhare’s statement described the authors of the offensive news release or communique as ‘trouble brewers sponsored by fifth columnists’ in what can only represent an extreme anti-party activity.
“It’s unacceptable, null and void. The unauthorised, illegal, unconstitutional, and irresponsible sharing of social media posts announcing suspensions of party officials is hereby condemned and denounced.
“Consequently, Nigerians, Edo people and especially PDP members and supporters are advised to ignore the post, press release or communique purporting that the National Vice Chairman, Chief Dan Osi Orbih and other elected officials of the party from Edo North Senatorial district have been suspended”, the statement said.
The Party spokesman said the PDP in Edo remains “a peaceful, united and vibrant political party where dialogue is its watchword. We encourage political engagements and contestations which must be guided by the tenets of our constitution.
“We, however, frown at political indiscipline that brings disrepute to our brand. As a party in government, we must live and operate by example. We must abide by the rule of law and always be conscious of the message we send to the general public at all times.”
Nehikhare appealed to all “party members across the state to remain calm and keep their eyes on the ball”, adding; “Do not be distracted. EdoFirst. Edo Must Move Forward.”
