Former Nigerian lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has been suspended by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He was suspended from the party by the Kogi State chapter of PDP.
Dino Melaye, was suspended by the PDP exco in Ayetoro Gbede, Ward 1 over alleged anti-party activities and misconduct.
His suspension is contained in a letter signed by the Ward Chairman, Abayomi Osamika and Ward Yodson Dayo Secretary.
The letter reads; “The Ward Party Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Ayetoro/lluagba ward 1 met on Friday the 12th of September 2024 to review the report of the disciplinary committee set up to investigate alleged anti-party activities against Senator Dino Melaye, a member of our great party.”
“However, he failed to show up, disregarding the invitation and the authority of the party.”
“After careful consideration and deliberation, the Ward Party Exco resolved as follows: That Senator Dino Melaye’s failure to appear before the Disciplinary Committee constitutes a gross disrespect to the party and its leadership.”
“That his actions are in clear violation of the PDP Constitution and the principles of party discipline.
“That Senator Dino Melaye’s conduct has brought embarrassment and disrepute to the party, and his continued membership is no longer tenable.”
“Therefore, the Ward Party Exco hereby suspends Senator Dino Melaye from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately.”
“The suspension is in line with provisions of Article 59 (1) of the PDP constitution which empowers the Ward party excos to take disciplinary actions against erring members.”
