The Ward Executive Committee of Obiozara in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has suspended Mr. Silas Onu over alleged anti-party activities, gross misconduct, and breach of party discipline.
The suspension was communicated in a letter dated April 22, 2026, signed by the acting Ward Chairman, Mr. Nwachukwu Peter Obinna, and the acting Secretary, Akuma Martins.
According to the committee, the decision aligns with the provisions of the ADC constitution and the Electoral Act 2026, which empower the ward leadership to take disciplinary action.
Onu was handed a three-month suspension and is expected to appear before a seven-member disciplinary committee in line with party rules.
Explaining the reasons for the action, the ward executives accused him of interfering with the activities of both the national screening and electoral committees, as well as organizing an unauthorized congress.
They alleged that his actions were intended to sideline legitimate party members who had purchased nomination forms for various positions.
The committee added that the situation was only resolved through the intervention of the State Chairman, Dr. Mrs. Jennifer Adibe, who stepped in to ensure due process by setting up a state screening committee and overseeing party activities.
The executives also accused Onu of impersonation during the recently concluded national convention, alleging that he falsely presented himself as the Ebonyi State Chairman of the ADC, thereby misleading party leaders and delegates.
They further claimed that his actions caused divisions within the party, led to the emergence of parallel leadership structures in Ebonyi State, and undermined the unity of the ADC.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Onu has been barred from holding any party position at all levels, representing the party in any capacity, attending meetings, congresses, or conventions, and exercising any membership rights.
He has been given 14 days from April 22, 2026, to appear before the disciplinary committee. Failure to do so, the committee warned, would be taken as a waiver of his right to defend himself, paving the way for further disciplinary action.
Attempts to reach Onu for comments were unsuccessful, as he could not be contacted.
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