By Seyi Babalola
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa, Alex Blackson has called on the National Working Committee of the party to sanction erring southern ijaw APC members who are trying to disgrace the party.
Alex made this known in a statement on Friday stating that a recent press statement released by individuals claiming to represent the APC Exco from Southern Ijaw and Ekeremor LGA, stems from a complete misunderstanding of the current situation within the Bayelsa chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He urged the Commissioner of Police and all relevant security agencies to remain vigilant regarding the actions of these individuals, who are looking to foment trouble in Bayelsa State and also called on the party leaders to promptly establish an acting committee to restore order within the state chapter.
The statement reads: “You may have seen a recent press statement released by individuals claiming to represent the APC Exco from Southern Ijaw and Ekeremor LGA. It is important to clarify that this statement stems from a complete misunderstanding of the current situation within the Bayelsa chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“I would like to address the claims regarding the suspension of former APC governor-elect Chief David Lyon and the Honorable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources. To set the record straight, I filed a case in the state High Court in January 2022, challenging the legitimacy of the congress that produced the current party officials at the state, LGA, and ward levels.
“The court agreed with my arguments, and on January 20, 2023, delivered a judgment nullifying the entire party Exco. This ruling included a restraining order against these individuals from representing themselves as Chairpersons or members of the APC Exco in Bayelsa.
“I hold a copy of this judgment, which remains valid and operational, as there has been no stay of execution. Furthermore, the individuals involved have neglected to pursue their appeal for over a year, failing to take necessary steps in the Court of Appeal. Therefore, these individuals have no authority to convene meetings or suspend any members of the party.
“I urge the Commissioner of Police and all relevant security agencies to remain vigilant regarding the actions of these individuals, who are looking to foment trouble in Bayelsa State.
“Should these actions continue, I will not hesitate to initiate contempt of court proceedings against them.
“Finally, I would like to call on the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress not only sanction these individuals trying to disgrace the party but also promptly establish an acting committee for the party in Bayelsa, with the aim of restoring order and within the state chapter.”