The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Oyo State has removed its chairman, Oyeronke Bolajoko and named Akeem Aderogba as her replacement.

The party’s state secretary, Adeolu Adewuyi, announced the removal on behalf of the other executives, aspirants and members at a news conference held at the party house in Ibadan on Monday.

Mr Adewuyi said the action was not motivated by personal animosity or political vendetta but by a collective commitment to preserving the party’s unity, internal democracy and constitutional integrity.

He said the NDC was founded on democratic values, fairness, accountability and respect for the rule of law.

According to him, no individual, regardless of position, should be allowed to undermine the party’s foundational principles.

The party accused Ms Bolajoko of unlawfully suspending principal executives without following due process or granting them a fair hearing.

Mr Adewuyi said the alleged unilateral suspension of executives without strict adherence to the party’s constitution raised concerns about respect for internal democracy in the state chapter.

The party also accused the chairman of abuse of office and administrative high-handedness, saying the office was expected to serve as a unifying force.

It further alleged a lack of accountability and transparency in managing the party’s affairs and resources.

Mr Adewuyi said members deserved clarity on resource management and decisions taken in the party’s name.

Thereafter, Adeola Ebisemiju-Olamide, the NDC Campaign Director-General in Oyo State, announced Mr Aderogba as the new state chairman.

Mr Ebisemiju-Olamide said NDC executives, aspirants and members made the decision to restore accountability, unity and democratic discipline in the party.

The party called on the national leadership to intervene, investigate the allegations and take appropriate constitutional measures.

It also urged members to remain calm, law-abiding and committed to the party’s ideals.

Efforts to reach Ms Bolajoko for her reaction to the development were unsuccessful, as calls to her telephone number were unanswered. 

(NAN)