The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ahiaukwu Ward 2, Umuahia South Local Government Area, has suspended the party’s Abia State Secretary, Chief Chidi Avajah, for alleged breaches of the party’s constitution.
The decision was announced in a statement released on Monday by the Acting Ward Chairman, Nwabueze Ndumele, and Ward Secretary, Ifeanyichukwu John. According to the statement, the suspension followed a ward meeting held last Saturday at Okaiuga Civic Hall, Okwu Olokoro.
Chief Avajah was accused of unilaterally appointing an acting ward chairman following the death of the previous chairman—an action the ward leaders described as a violation of democratic procedures and party norms.
The statement read:
“The party resolved to suspend the state secretary, Chief Chidi Avajah, for violating Article 21, Section A, Subsections ii, vi, and vii of the APC Constitution.”
Additionally, the party noted that Avajah allegedly failed to fulfill his financial obligations, stating, “There is no evidence that Chief Chidi Avajah has paid any monthly dues, in violation of Article 9, Section 9.2, Subsection ii.”
Also suspended was Onyekwere Chibuike Sylvester, who was accused of impersonating the position of Ward Chairman—a move the party says contravenes Article 21, Section A, Subsection iv.
In response to the allegations, the ward set up a seven-man disciplinary committee to investigate both Chief Avajah and Mr. Sylvester.
Ward leaders emphasized their commitment to restoring order and strengthening the party’s grassroots structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The party shall enthrone discipline and adhere strictly to the provisions of our revered party constitution,” the statement concluded.
