CITIZENS COMPASS— The Oyo State branch of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), is currently facing a fresh crisis.
This was disclosed on Monday, by the State Secretary, Comrade Okunade Aderoju, in a statement which stated that the crisis followed a dispute between him and State Chairman, Princess Oyeronke Akinlolu.
“Several important decisions affecting the party have been taken without adequate consultation with the State Executive Committee, describing the development as a violation of the principles of collective responsibility and internal democracy.
“Several important decisions affecting the party have been taken without adequate consultation with the State Executive Committee, and this undermines the collective responsibility and democratic principles upon which party leadership should operate.
“The State Chairman has engaged in activities involving other political interests without obtaining the necessary approval or consultation with the relevant organs of the National NDC.
“The party belongs to its members. It cannot be operated solely at the discretion of one individual, regardless of the position that individual occupies.
“The State Chairman has engaged in activities involving other political interests without obtaining the necessary approval or consultation with the relevant organs of the National NDC,” he alleged.
“The party belongs to its members. It cannot be operated solely at the discretion of one individual, regardless of the position that individual occupies.
“The NDC is a political organisation governed by its constitution, rules and collective decisions.
“No individual, regardless of position, should run the party as a personal organisation or take decisions that bind the party without proper consultation.
The secretary also raised concerns over what he described as “gross misconduct”, insisting that elected and appointed party officials must remain accountable to the appropriate organs of the organisation.
“Party officials must be accountable to the appropriate organs of the party and must operate within the limits of their offices. No office gives anyone the authority to act outside the constitution or established rules of the organisation.
“What we are concerned about is not an individual or personal ambition. Our concern is the integrity of the party, the sanctity of its constitution and the collective interest of our members.
“We are calling for urgent intervention by the appropriate national organs of the party. The situation must not be allowed to escalate to a point where it will further divide our members or damage the confidence people have in the party.
“Our intention is to see unity restored, discipline maintained and confidence rebuilt among party members. This is bigger than any individual.
“My position is not motivated by personal interest or ambition. It is about protecting the integrity of the NDC, its constitution and the collective interests of our members in Oyo State.
“I appeal to all our party members, Local Government Chairmen, members of the State Executive Committee and other stakeholders to remain calm and committed to the NDC. We should allow the appropriate organs of the party to address these issues and find a lasting solution.
“We must not lose sight of why the NDC exists. Our collective interests must always come before individual interests, and the constitution of the party must remain our guide.
