Nigerian actress-turned-politician Hilda Dokubo has been suspended from the Labour Party for alleged financial misconduct and abuse of office. The decision follows an emergency meeting by party executives in Rivers State. The suspension has sparked mixed reactions, with debates about political integrity and accountability emerging on social media.
Nigerian actress and politician Hilda Dokubo has been suspended from the Labour Party following allegations of financial misconduct and breach of party regulations. The suspension, announced on July 15, 2024, was confirmed after an emergency meeting of the party's ward executive committee in Asari Toru Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State.
Dokubo, who has served as the Labour Party's chairperson in Rivers State, was accused of abusing her office and engaging in financial irregularities. The ward executive committee's decision was communicated through a letter signed by key party officials, including Ajalamonia Ibama (Ward Chairman), Lole Amacheer (Secretary), and Emmanuel Ibamathe (Treasurer). The letter cited a thorough investigation and substantial evidence supporting the allegations.
Dokubo, 54, entered politics in 2022 after a successful career in Nollywood, where she starred in notable films such as "Evil Passion" and "Gone Forever." Her transition from actress to politician saw her run for the Asalga/Akulga federal constituency seat in the House of Representatives under the Labour Party banner.
The reaction to Dokubo’s suspension has been mixed. Social media users have expressed a range of opinions.
Some criticize the political system and question the integrity of all politicians, while others defend Dokubo, expressing doubts about her guilt. Comments on social media reflect a general skepticism towards the political process and its actors, with users lamenting the alleged financial mismanagement within the party and the broader political landscape.
