The Digest:
The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that any commissioner barred from the State Executive Council meeting for failing to wear the branded 'Asiwaju cap', as mandated by Governor Monday Okpebholo, will face suspension from the party. State Chairman Jarrett Tenebe described non-compliance as an act of "indiscipline and insubordination."
Key Points:
- Edo APC Chairman Jarrett Tenebe vows to suspend commissioners not wearing the 'Asiwaju cap.'
- The directive was issued by Governor Monday Okpebholo to demonstrate loyalty to President Tinubu.
- Tenebe stated, "No Asiwaju cap, no Exco," framing it as a party discipline issue.
- The measure aims to secure "3.5 million votes" for President Tinubu in the upcoming election.
- Non-compliant appointees are accused of disloyalty to the party and the president.
- The governor initially mandated branded outfits during the swearing-in of commissioners on October 14.
- The party insists that public display of allegiance is compulsory for all members of the government.
Sources: Daily Post
