Former Governorship Aspirant Challenges APC Suspension Plot
Festus Daumiebi Sunday, a former governorship aspirant who lost the APC ticket to Timipre Sylva, has asserted that the purported plan by some All Progressives Congress (APC) members to suspend him is bound to fail.
Legal Challenge to Primary Outcome
After losing the APC governorship ticket, Daumiebi decided to challenge the results of the primaries, initiating a legal process to address his grievances.
Accusations of ‘Illegal’ Suspension Plot
In a statement released on Saturday, Daumiebi revealed that certain members within his party were in Abuja actively coordinating efforts to orchestrate his ‘illegal’ suspension from the All Progressives Congress.
Commitment to APC
Daumiebi, who also served as the APC Senatorial Candidate for Bayelsa Central Senatorial District during the 2019 general elections, emphasized his unwavering commitment to the party.
He asserted that, despite the challenges he faced, he had no intention of leaving the APC.
Denial of Allegations
He strongly denied the allegations raised against him by his detractors, labeling them as spurious, fictitious, and the product of ill-intentioned individuals’ imaginations.
He issued a challenge for strict proof of these allegations.
Founding Member and Commitment to Party
Daumiebi underscored his status as a founding and dedicated member of the APC, highlighting his extensive efforts to promote the party’s growth within Bayelsa State and beyond.
He clarified that he had neither privately nor publicly expressed intentions to leave the party.
Defiance Against Forced Exit
In no uncertain terms, he declared his refusal to be coerced or forced out of the APC by any individual or group, regardless of their status within the party.
He emphasized that the APC operates based on the principles of the rule of law and democratic values.
Appeal for Party Unity
Daumiebi expressed concern about divisions within the Bayelsa State APC and urged members not to take actions that would further exacerbate disunity, particularly with the upcoming November 11 Gubernatorial Elections in mind.
A Resolute Commitment
He concluded by notifying the national executive of the party that he and his substantial support base across Bayelsa State remain steadfast in their commitment to the APC and its core principles.
He warned that any attempts to undermine his standing in the party would ultimately prove futile.
In summary, Festus Daumiebi Sunday, a former governorship aspirant of the APC, has vehemently rejected allegations of his impending suspension within the party.
He reaffirmed his dedication to the APC and called for unity among party members in Bayelsa State.
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