- Osun APC suspends former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, over alleged anti-party activities.
- Aregbesola accused of creating divisions within the party by establishing a splinter faction.
- His actions seen as undermining party cohesion and unity, particularly during critical period in Osun politics.
- APC claims Aregbesola’s influence caused significant discord among party members.
- Suspension aimed at addressing perceived disloyalty and realigning party leadership.
- Aregbesola’s camp yet to respond to suspension.
- Alleged anti-party activities include public outbursts against President Bola Tinubu, Bisi Akande, and Gboyega Oyetola.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has taken a bold step by suspending former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, due to alleged anti-party activities. According to reports, Aregbesola, a former governor of the state, has been accused of creating divisions within the party by establishing a splinter faction . This move is seen as undermining the party’s cohesion and unity, particularly during a critical period in Osun politics.
The APC in Osun claims that Aregbesola’s actions have fueled internal divisions, with party leaders asserting that his influence on certain groups has caused significant discord . Specifically, the party accused Aregbesola of making public outbursts against President Bola Tinubu, Bisi Akande, and Gboyega Oyetola .
Reasons for Suspension:
- Creating divisions within the party: Aregbesola’s alleged establishment of a splinter faction has weakened the party’s unity ¹ ².
- Undermining party cohesion: His actions have fueled internal divisions and discord within the party .
- Anti-party activities: Aregbesola’s public outbursts against key party leaders have been deemed detrimental to the party’s interests .
This suspension marks a decisive action by the party’s state chapter to address perceived disloyalty and realign its leadership ahead of future elections . As the situation unfolds, further responses from Aregbesola’s camp are eagerly awaited.
