The Accord Party’s National Working Committee has dismissed the alleged suspension of its National Chairman, Maxwell Mgbudem, calling the move “laughable” and a ploy by “political jobbers” seeking relevance. The claim of suspension was made by a faction led by former presidential candidate Chris Imumolen at a stakeholders’ meeting in Keffi, Nasarawa State, where they cited supposed anti‑party activities.
However, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Joseph Omorogbe, countered that Imumolen has long been expelled from the Accord Party and is merely seeking “cheap publicity” to mislead the public. Omorogbe stressed that Mgbudem remains the legitimate national chairman, recognized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and listed on its website.
The leadership described the vote of no confidence as “a joke taken too far,” arguing that Imumolen’s actions aim to destabilise the party ahead of the 2027 general election. Under Mgbudem’s guidance, the party has been reorganised and repositioned as a “formidable progressive mass movement” committed to a better, more prosperous democratic nation.
The controversy followed a meeting of state chairmen from 36 states in Keffi, where the faction announced Mgbudem’s suspension and named Imumolen as national chairman. Mainstream party leaders rejected these claims, citing a Federal High Court judgment and accusing Imumolen of colluding with external political actors during the Anambra governorship election. Recent court rulings, including a July 17, 2025 judgment by Justice Fatima A. Aliyu, affirmed Mgbudem’s leadership and struck out a suit filed by Imumolen and others.
The Accord Party has urged Nigerians to ignore Imumolen’s “political ranting,” assuring that its structures remain intact despite internal wrangling ahead of key election cycles. As the 2027 elections approach, the party’s ability to navigate internal conflicts and maintain stability will be crucial to its electoral fortunes. With its leadership reaffirming a commitment to democratic principles, the Accord Party aims to continue its quest for a better Nigeria, despite the challenges posed by internal divisions and external pressures.
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