The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State has taken decisive action by suspending Gambo Ibrahim, the party Chairman of Suleja Local Government Area (LGA), for a period of three months. The suspension follows allegations of misconduct and abuse of office.
In a letter dated December 7, the Acting Secretary of the party in the state, Alh Shuaibu Isah, outlined the reasons for the suspension. These include the chairman’s purported disrespect for constitutionally established protocol and party institutions. The committee also cited concerns about the non-delivery of messages, directives, stipends, and gifts as directed by the party.
The letter further highlighted the link between Ibrahim’s actions or inactions as LGA party chairman and the crisis in Kurmi-Sarki Ward. The State Working Committee expressed disappointment that these actions did not align with the provisions of the party constitution.
As a consequence, the State Working Committee has approved a three-month suspension for Gambo Ibrahim. During this period, the LGA vice chairman will assume the responsibilities and functions of the chairman in an acting capacity. The decision aims to address the alleged shortcomings and steer the party in Suleja LGA towards a more compliant and harmonious direction.
The letter read in part;
“Note that, the allegations of non-delivery of messages, directives, stipends and gifts as directed by the party. Noted also is the fact that, the crisis in Kurmi-Sarki Ward has been traced to your actions or inactions as LGA party chairman.
“Your actions have not moved the party forward, by not complying with the provisions of the party constitution.
“Sequel to the above, the State Working Committee has approved your suspension from office for a period of three months as LGA party chairman. The LGA vice chairman has been directed to take over your functions and responsibilities in acting capacity.”