The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended Dickson Agbor, the member representing Obubra I State Constituency, over alleged violent conduct.
The decision followed a motion moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo on Thursday.
In moving the motion, Etta condemned the alleged violent behaviour involving Agbor, describing it as conduct unbecoming of a lawmaker and inconsistent with the ethical standards expected of members of the legislative arm of government.
According to him, the House must take decisive action to safeguard 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.
After deliberations, the House resolved to place Agbor on indefinite suspension from all legislative activities pending further investigation into the allegations. An ad hoc committee was also constituted 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 House’s directive.
Speaking on the development, the Speaker of the House, Elvert Ayambem, reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to upholding discipline, dignity, and the integrity of the legislature.
Ayambem emphasised that members must conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the trust placed in them by the people.
“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.
The Assembly noted that the suspension will remain in effect pending the outcome of the committee’s investigation.
Earlier, Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu and his wife, Eyoanwan Otu, had criticised Agbor’s alleged actions, calling them irresponsible.
However, in a statement on Thursday, Agbor’s wife, Glory Agbor, appealed for privacy, stating that 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.
She also apologised to her husband and family.
“I wish to use this medium to apologise to my dear husband, Hon. Ovat Agbor, and my entire family over these misconceptions against him. Please forgive me, as this will never repeat itself again,” she added.
Glory Agbor further announced her withdrawal from the Legislators’ Wives Association.
