Labour Party suspends senator over alleged misconduct, anti-party activities

Labour Party suspends senator over alleged misconduct, anti-party activities

The Labour Party (LP) has suspended Senator Kevin Chukwu, who represents the Enugu East Senatorial Zone, over allegations of anti-party activities and insubordination.

The decision was taken by the party’s executives in Amurri Ward, Nkanu West Local Government Area. A formal letter, signed by the ward chairman, was addressed to the state party chairman through the local government chairman.

The letter, made public on Sunday, stated:

“Distinguished Senator Kelvin Chukwu,

“Notice of Your Suspension from the Labour Party

“We, the members of the Executive Council of the Labour Party, Amurri Ward, Nkanu West LGA, hereby formally notify you, Distinguished Senator Kelvin Chukwu, of your suspension from the Labour Party for a period of 90 days, effective from the date of this notification, and/or the date of your receipt of this notice.

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“This resolution has been passed as a result of your acts of insubordination to the leadership of the party, your involvement in anti-party activities, and your failure to adhere to the party’s principles.

“You have failed to avail yourself of the opportunity to be heard, despite several requests made to you in this regard.

“Be assured that the constitutional provisions of the party are at your disposal should you wish to assert them following your being suspended.”

The letter was signed by Comrade Chika Okoh on behalf of the Executive Council of the Labour Party, Amurri Ward.

 

Labour Party suspends senator over alleged misconduct, anti-party activities