DATE: 30TH OCTOBER, 2025
The State Working Committee (SWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Edo State Chapter, at its meeting held today, Thursday, 30th October, 2025, deliberated extensively on various issues affecting the smooth running and cohesion of the party across the state.
After due consideration and review of reports presented before it, the following resolutions were reached:
1.That the suspension of Hon. Valentine Asue and Mrs. Stella Ogbetta, the Woman Leader of Oredo Ward 12, is hereby lifted with immediate effect. The Committee enjoins them to resume their party activities and continue to contribute positively to the growth and unity of the APC in their respective jurisdictions.
2.That with respect to Alhaji Abubakar Akokhia, former Party Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, who is currently under suspension, the Committee resolved and directed the current Party Chairman of Etsako West LGA to furnish the State Working Committee with a comprehensive report on Alhaji Akokhia’s present relationship with the party in his local government. This is to guide the Committee in determining the next line of action regarding the possible lifting or otherwise of his suspension. The Committee also urged that due consideration be given to his conduct since the period of his suspension.
3.That the suspension of Mallam Adamu Ototobor, Ward 9 Chairman of Etsako East Local Government Area, remains in force until further notice. The Committee advises all members to remain law-abiding and committed to the principles and discipline of the party pending further directives.
4. That a vote of implicit confidence was unanimously passed on the Governor of Edo State, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo; the State Chairman of the APC, Emperor Jarret Tenebe; and the State Secretary, Engr. Lawrence Okah, for their steadfast leadership, dedication, and remarkable efforts in repositioning the party and advancing the progress of Edo State.
The State Working Committee reaffirms its commitment to fairness, internal democracy, and the overall stability of the party across all levels in Edo State. It further calls on all members to continue to work collectively towards strengthening the APC as a united political family.
Signed:
Barr. Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie
State Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC),
Edo State Chapter
