Cross River Assembly Suspends Lawmaker Ovat Agbor Over Alleged Misconduct

The Cross River State House of Assembly has placed Ovat Agbor on indefinite suspension following allegations of violent conduct during legislative proceedings.

The decision came on Thursday after a motion was moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Asuquo, condemning Agbor’s behaviour as unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the Assembly.

The House resolved to suspend Agbor from all legislative activities indefinitely and approved the formation of a committee to investigate the incident and report its findings for further action. Agbor was subsequently escorted out of the chamber by the sergeant at arms in compliance with the House directive.

Speaking on the matter, Speaker Elvert Ayambem reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to maintaining discipline, dignity, and integrity, stressing that lawmakers must conduct themselves in a manner reflecting the trust reposed in them by the public.

The suspension will remain in effect pending the outcome of the committee’s investigation, the House stated.

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