The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended a lawmaker representing Obubra I State Constituency, Dickson Agbor, indefinitely over alleged violent conduct involving his wife.
According to journalist Agba Jalingo, the lawmaker allegedly assaulted his wife after accusing her of infidelity. The reported incident was said to have occurred on February 28 at the Assembly quarters.if you’re reading from Phoenix, Click on Read Original at the top to read full details
The suspension was announced on March 5 after a motion moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo. While presenting the motion, Etta condemned the alleged act, describing it as conduct unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the legislature.
“We must ensure that members conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the values and responsibilities entrusted to us by the people,” he said. Following deliberations, the House resolved to suspend Agbor from all legislative activities pending the outcome of an investigation.
An ad hoc committee was also set up to probe the matter and report its findings for further legislative action. Speaker of the House, Elvert Ayambem, said the Assembly remained committed to discipline and protecting the integrity of the legislature.
“The House will not condone any form of misconduct capable of bringing the legislature into disrepute. We must continue to uphold the dignity of this institution,” he said. Meanwhile, Bassey Otu and his wife, Eyoanwan Otu, had earlier criticised the alleged incident, describing the lawmaker’s actions as irresponsible.
However, Agbor’s wife, Glory Agbor, later called for privacy, saying the issue had been resolved within the family. “There is no doubt that some people have tried to paint the name of my family in a bad light, but my husband and I are at peace with each other.
Even though issues arose, we have been able to amicably resolve our differences. Please leave my family alone,” she said. She also apologised to her husband and family and announced her withdrawal from the Legislators’ Wives Association.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
