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The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended the member representing Obubra I State Constituency, Dickson Agbor, indefinitely over alleged violent conduct.
The resolution was reached on Thursday after a motion was moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo.
Moving the motion, Etta condemned the alleged violent conduct involving Agbor, describing it as behaviour unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the legislative arm of government.
According to him, the House must take decisive steps to preserve the integrity and reputation of the Assembly.
“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 that Agbor be placed on indefinite suspension from all legislative activities pending further investigation into the allegation.
The Assembly also approved the constitution of an ad hoc committee to investigate the matter and report its findings back to the House for further legislative action.
Following the resolution, Agbor was escorted out of the chamber by the Sergeant-at-Arms in compliance with the directive of the House.
Earlier, Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, and his wife, Eyoanwan Otu, had criticised the lawmaker’s alleged actions, describing them as irresponsible.
However, in a statement on Thursday, Agbor’s wife, Glory Agbor, called for privacy and said the matter 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 I stand here to vehemently debunk that view against my family, and state it clearly here that my husband and I are at peace with each other. Even though issues arose, we have been able to amicably resolve our differences. As I said, this is my family, and no marriage is totally perfect. Please leave my family alone,” she said.
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