*say former chair, others looted N50m
By; MKPUMA ENYINNA, Abakaliki
Following the lingering crisis that is rocking the Ebonyi State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Tochukwu Okorie has announced the immediate suspension of four members of the executive, following a memo received by State Executive Committee (SEC) for ratification of their suspension.
Hon. Okorie also alleged that the former chairman connived with other members to loot 50 million out of the 55 million Naira domiciled in their party’s account.
He said the four persons are accused of infractions as outlined in section 58(1) of the Constitution of the PDP 2017 as amended. The members affected are, Barr. Ifeanyi Nworie, Mr. Nwoba Chika Nwoba, Barr. Mudiaga Erhenede and Barr. Obinna Iteshi.
“The State Executive Committee of Ebonyi State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party held its meeting on Monday July 4, 2022 and made the following resolutions.
“SEC received a memo for the ratification of the suspension of certain persons. The memo was based on the Decision of the State Working Committee following a petition brought by one Hon. Okuri Eze Reuben of Akaezeukwu ward against the following persons
i. Barr. Ifeanyi Nworie
ii. Mr. Nwoba Chika Nwoba
iii. Barr. Mudiaga Erhenede
iv. Barr. Obinna Iteshi
The above-named persons are accused of infractions as outlined in Section 58 (1) of the constitution of the PDP 2017 as amended. The petitioner had also attached a sworn affidavit in support of his petition.
“SEC unanimously approved and ratified the suspension for the period of one month as presented in the memo,” it stated.
He further declared that he remains the authentic chairman of the party and therefore, called on all members of the party to remain resolute and ignore Barr.Silas Onu since he has been removed by the court.
Hon.Okorie equally announced their resolve to participate in the forthcoming local government election.
“Pursuant to Section 6(3) of the constitution of the PDP 2017 as amended, SEC resolves that the PDP will fully participate in the forthcoming Local Government Council elections as announced by EBSIEC provided the process is visibly transparent and insulated from government influence and or interference. The PDP shall not hesitate to challenge any observed infractions or acts capable of robbing the process of credibility and or fairness.
“Consequently, the PDP hereby announces sale of forms to commence Tuesday July 5, 2022 and end Thursday July 14, 2022. Expression of Interest form for Chairmanship sells for One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100’000) only, Nomination sells for Four Hundred Thousand Naira (N400’000) only. Expression of Interest for Councillor sells for Fifty Thousand Naira (N50’000) only while nomination goes for One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100’000) only,” he declared.
