PDP Expels National Vice Chairman

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December 18, 2024
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Oguduokwor Ward in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has officially expelled Chief Ali Odefa, the National Vice Chairman for the South East.

Chief Odefa had been suspended on September 11, 2024, by the Ward Executives due to alleged anti-party activities.

His suspension was later confirmed by a ruling from the Federal High Court in Abakaliki on November 29, 2024, in Suit No: FHC/AI/CS/182/2024.

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In making the announcement, the Acting Chairman of PDP Oguduokwor Ward, Hon. Onyeka Herbert Ovuta, along with other Ward Executives, stated that the expulsion was in accordance with the recommendation of the party’s disciplinary committee.

Ovuta explained, “The expulsion of Chief Ali Odefa followed the report, findings, and recommendations of the Ward Disciplinary Committee of the party, which is in line with the provisions of the party constitution.”

The chairman further stated, “By virtue of his suspension and now expulsion, Chief Ali Odefa ceases to be a member of the PDP.”

In a formal declaration, Ovuta added, “The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oguduokwor Ward, Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, hereby announces the expulsion of Chief Ali Odefa, the suspended National Vice Chairman of the PDP, South East Zone, from the party with immediate effect.”

The expulsion represents the final step in the disciplinary measures implemented by the Ward Executives in response to allegations of anti-party activities against Odefa.