LAGOS MARCH 19TH (URHOBOTODAY)-The majority members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Delta State Chapter  has condemned the petition and rejected call by  Delta  State APC Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie for the removal of APC National Publicity Secretary Barr. Felix Morka

The Delta State APC SEC in statement titled “Re: Petition Against The National Publicity Secretary, Barr. Felix Morka For Gross Abuse Of Office and Call For His Removal’ signed by  seventy nine members of Delta State APC SEC made available to Urhobotoday rejected the petition on the basis that  was grossly misconceived, petty, reckless, and disclosed no reasonable or justifiable basis to call for the removal of the NPS from office, adding that  Sobotie lacks understanding of the limits of his authority as state chairman and the requisite constitutional process for the discipline of officers of the respective organs of the Party, particularly the National Working Committee (NWC).

The statement in which copies were made available to HE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR

Presidential Villa,  Aso Rock Abuja,  HE Vice President Kashim Shettima GCON

Vice President  Residence, Abuja, HE Sen. Godswill Akpabio, Senate President, National Assembly Complex, Abuja and Members of the National Working Committee National Secretariat,   Abuja read, “Firstly, it claims that the NPS issued a press statement clarifying that the NWC did not grant approval for the creation and inauguration of a Delta State APC Leadership Council, and did so without consultation with the NWC. The clarification offered by the NPS was necessitated by a claim contained in a press statement issued by the state publicity secretary, which declared that the NWC had granted approval for the creation and inauguration of the council. We fully support the position of the NWC that the council is not an organ created or recognized under the Party’s constitution, and, in any event, was never discussed or approved by the SEC.

“Secondly, Sobotie alleged that the NPS declared Senator Omo-Agege as the leader of the Party in a television interview. We have diligently searched for any television news reports where the alleged statement declaring Senator Ovie Omo-Agege as leader of the Party in Delta was made by the NPS.

“We did not find any such television news report. The allegation is untenable, as it has no factual basis to begin with. We cannot but wonder why Sobotie is morbidly opposed to any reference to Senator Omo-Agege as leader of the Party. Senator Omo-Agege, the former Deputy President of the 9th Senate, as the Governorship candidate of the Party in the 2023 general election, led the Party to a record success, winning two Senatorial seats, a House of Representatives seat, and seven House of Assembly seats. Clearly, Sobotie is committed to serving interests different from the interest of our Party.

“ It is disheartening that Sobotie would seek to smear Barr. Morka, a fine and highly distinguished Deltan who is serving the nation so admirably, with these contrived and baseless allegations. As the state chapter, we take immense pride in his accomplishments and unreservedly support his continued service as NPS.

“We categorically condemn and dissociate ourselves from the petition. The allegations are baseless and constitute a blatant attempt to silence a courageous voice in defense of the Party and President Bola Tinubu’s administration. We fear that Sobotie has been commissioned by external political interests to undermine the effectiveness of the office of NPS.

“We wish to express full faith and confidence in Barr. Morka’s leadership, service, and impeccable commitment to our party’s ideals. Morka has acted and continues to act with extreme decorum and professionalism in the discharge of the functions of his office.

“We urge the NWC to discountenance the petition as frivolous and reckless and dismiss it in its entirety. Sobotie’s actions are a clear violation of Section 21.2v of the party’s constitution, which explicitly prohibits members from providing false information to any party organ and engaging in unauthorized publicity of party disputes without exhausting all internal avenues for settlement or redress. This blatant disregard for party procedures and protocols is unacceptable and warrants immediate suspension.

“By releasing the petition to the public, Sobotie has not only violated the constitution but also undermined the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms. This behavior is unbecoming of a party leader and demonstrates a lack of commitment to upholding the party’s principles and procedures. We urge the party leadership to take immediate action to address this violation and ensure that Sobotie is held accountable for his actions.

“We would also like to use this medium to bring to the attention of the NWC that Sobotie’s leadership as state chairman has been an unmitigated disaster. He has consistently proved incapable of discharging the functions of his office. He has been absent without explanation for prolonged periods, foisting a vacuum of leadership that has enabled impostors and unauthorized elements to undermine the party’s institutional integrity and effective functioning.

“ Since his emergence as chairman, Sobotie has failed to convene any meetings of the SEC and failed to convene regular meetings of the SWC. Sobotie has continued to operate in a dictatorial fashion, unilaterally usurping the authority of the SEC and SWC without restraint. He has also perfected the use of proxies in a clear abdication of responsibility and betrayal of trust.

“We unequivocally condemn Elder Sobotie’s cozy relationship with the Delta State government, controlled by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This illicit association has severely undermined our party’s integrity, exposing us to political manipulation and sabotage. Furthermore, we have strong reason to believe that Sobotie has been commissioned and is subsequently compromised by his financial ties to the Delta State government, a glaring conflict of interest that erodes trust in his leadership and loyalty to our party.

“We had thought it best to wait until the next congress to address the threat that Sobotie represents. However, the damage that his continued stay in office is inflicting on the party is incalculable and may become irremediable if nothing is done to constrain Sobotie’s nefarious activities and damaging inactions.

“We have completely lost confidence in Sobotie’s leadership as state chairman, as he continues to act with impunity in blatant disregard of the party’s constitution. We strongly urge the National Working Committee (NWC) to take immediate disciplinary action by suspending Sobotie from his position as state chairman. This decisive measure is crucial to prevent further damage to the party’s reputation and integrity.

“By suspending Sobotie, the NWC can help mitigate the harm caused, restore the party’s vitality, integrity, and direction in the state, and ensure the APC Delta State chapter remains united and focused on its objectives. We respectfully request the NWC to exercise its authority and take prompt action to address this situation.”

SEE FULL STATEMENT BELOW:

19th March, 2027

*Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje,*

National Chairman,

All Progressives Congress (APC),

National Secretariat,

40 Blantyre Crescent,

Wuse 2, Abuja.

Dear Sir,

*RE: PETITION AGAINST THE NATIONAL PUBLICITY SECRETARY, BARR. FELIX MORKA, FOR GROSS ABUSE OF OFFICE AND CALL FOR HIS REMOVAL*

We, the majority members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Delta State Chapter, hereunder named, write to express our utmost dismay and condemnation of the action of the State Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie, in bringing the above-referenced petition. Further, we wish to state as follows:

1. The petition was authored unilaterally by Sobotie without reference to, and without the approval of, the State Executive Committee (SEC), on whose behalf he claims to have submitted the disturbing and dishonorable petition dated 17/03/2025, demanding the removal of the National Publicity Secretary (NPS), Barr. Felix Morka, from office.

2. The petition is grossly misconceived, petty, reckless, and disclosed no reasonable or justifiable basis to call for the removal of the NPS from office. It shows that Sobotie lacks understanding of the limits of his authority as state chairman and the requisite constitutional process for the discipline of officers of the respective organs of the Party, particularly the National Working Committee (NWC).

3. Sobotie’s petition contains two allegations against the NPS:

1. Firstly, it claims that the NPS issued a press statement clarifying that the NWC did not grant approval for the creation and inauguration of a Delta State APC Leadership Council, and did so without consultation with the NWC. The clarification offered by the NPS was necessitated by a claim contained in a press statement issued by the state publicity secretary, which declared that the NWC had granted approval for the creation and inauguration of the council. We fully support the position of the NWC that the council is not an organ created or recognized under the Party’s constitution, and, in any event, was never discussed or approved by the SEC.

1. Secondly, Sobotie alleged that the NPS declared Senator Omo-Agege as the leader of the Party in a television interview. We have diligently searched for any television news reports where the alleged statement declaring Senator Ovie Omo-Agege as leader of the Party in Delta was made by the NPS.

4. We did not find any such television news report. The allegation is untenable, as it has no factual basis to begin with. We cannot but wonder why Sobotie is morbidly opposed to any reference to Senator Omo-Agege as leader of the Party. Senator Omo-Agege, the former Deputy President of the 9th Senate, as the Governorship candidate of the Party in the 2023 general election, led the Party to a record success, winning two Senatorial seats, a House of Representatives seat, and seven House of Assembly seats. Clearly, Sobotie is committed to serving interests different from the interest of our Party.

5. It is disheartening that Sobotie would seek to smear Barr. Morka, a fine and highly distinguished Deltan who is serving the nation so admirably, with these contrived and baseless allegations. As the state chapter, we take immense pride in his accomplishments and unreservedly support his continued service as NPS.

6. We categorically condemn and dissociate ourselves from the petition. The allegations are baseless and constitute a blatant attempt to silence a courageous voice in defense of the Party and President Bola Tinubu’s administration. We fear that Sobotie has been commissioned by external political interests to undermine the effectiveness of the office of NPS.

7. We wish to express full faith and confidence in Barr. Morka’s leadership, service, and impeccable commitment to our party’s ideals. Morka has acted and continues to act with extreme decorum and professionalism in the discharge of the functions of his office.

8. We urge the NWC to discountenance the petition as frivolous and reckless and dismiss it in its entirety. Sobotie’s actions are a clear violation of Section 21.2v of the party’s constitution, which explicitly prohibits members from providing false information to any party organ and engaging in unauthorized publicity of party disputes without exhausting all internal avenues for settlement or redress. This blatant disregard for party procedures and protocols is unacceptable and warrants immediate suspension.

9. By releasing the petition to the public, Sobotie has not only violated the constitution but also undermined the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms. This behavior is unbecoming of a party leader and demonstrates a lack of commitment to upholding the party’s principles and procedures. We urge the party leadership to take immediate action to address this violation and ensure that Sobotie is held accountable for his actions.

10. We would also like to use this medium to bring to the attention of the NWC that Sobotie’s leadership as state chairman has been an unmitigated disaster. He has consistently proved incapable of discharging the functions of his office. He has been absent without explanation for prolonged periods, foisting a vacuum of leadership that has enabled impostors and unauthorized elements to undermine the party’s institutional integrity and effective functioning.

11. Since his emergence as chairman, Sobotie has failed to convene any meetings of the SEC and failed to convene regular meetings of the SWC. Sobotie has continued to operate in a dictatorial fashion, unilaterally usurping the authority of the SEC and SWC without restraint. He has also perfected the use of proxies in a clear abdication of responsibility and betrayal of trust.

12. We unequivocally condemn Elder Sobotie’s cozy relationship with the Delta State government, controlled by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This illicit association has severely undermined our party’s integrity, exposing us to political manipulation and sabotage. Furthermore, we have strong reason to believe that Sobotie has been commissioned and is subsequently compromised by his financial ties to the Delta State government, a glaring conflict of interest that erodes trust in his leadership and loyalty to our party.

13. We had thought it best to wait until the next congress to address the threat that Sobotie represents. However, the damage that his continued stay in office is inflicting on the party is incalculable and may become irremediable if nothing is done to constrain Sobotie’s nefarious activities and damaging inactions.

14. We have completely lost confidence in Sobotie’s leadership as state chairman, as he continues to act with impunity in blatant disregard of the party’s constitution. We strongly urge the National Working Committee (NWC) to take immediate disciplinary action by suspending Sobotie from his position as state chairman. This decisive measure is crucial to prevent further damage to the party’s reputation and integrity.

15. By suspending Sobotie, the NWC can help mitigate the harm caused, restore the party’s vitality, integrity, and direction in the state, and ensure the APC Delta State chapter remains united and focused on its objectives. We respectfully request the NWC to exercise its authority and take prompt action to address this situation.

16. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Signed on behalf of the undernamed majority members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Delta State Chapter:

Chief (Barr.) Francis Obigbor  State Deputy Chairman

Surveyor Peter Akarogbe State Secretary

1. Sir. Austin Oribioye – State Vice Chairman, Delta South Senatorial District
2. Hon. Johnson Ejogbamu Okoro – State Organizing Secretary
3. Deaconess Hoplyn Ayu – State Welfare Secretary
4. Mrs. Hermia Doctor Akpomeyoma – State Assistant Women Leader
5. Madam Loveth Onojoserio – Delta Central Zonal Women Leader
6. Chief Rita Avweroba – Delta South Zonal Women Leader
7. Chief (Mrs.) Onyeisi Ochei – Delta North Zonal Women Leader
8. Chief Chukwutem Nwogor – Delta North Zonal Youth Leader
9. Comrade Hyacinth Ede Ewariezi – Delta South Zonal Youth Leader
10. Comrade Famous Oyibo – Delta Central Zonal Women Leader
11. Prince (Hon.) Harry Tuoyo – State Assistant Publicity Secretary
12. Barr. Mudiaga Kingsley Okpako – State Assistant Legal Adviser
13. Hon. (Mrs.) Blessing Brume-Ataguba – Assistant State Welfare Secretary
14. Comrade Freedom Ekpeni – State Assistant Youth Leader
15. Comrade Chuks Erhire – State Ex-Officio
16. Barr. Bawo Wesley Edema – State Ex-Officio

LGA CHAIRMEN

17. Hon. Obakpororo Onoabeje – Ughelli North
18. Sir. Isaiah Kekeje – Ughelli South
19. Comrade David Rheriobore – Udu
20. Comrade Wilfred Ileleji – Uvwie
21. Chief Efe Amughoro – Ethiope West
22. Chief Julius Ogboru – Ethiope East
23. Surveyor Friday Erubasa – Sapele
24. Comrade Eric Afe – Okpe
25. Prince Mario Owumi – Warri South
26. Collins Ebieto – Warri South West
27. Omatseye Akatakpo – Warri North
28. Julius Oruma – Patani
29. Barr. Daniel Emebuno – Isoko North
30. Comrade Vincent Egbogbo – Isoko North
31. Kayode Tinaka – Bomadi
32. Moni Seikemienghan – Burutu
33. Hon. Hilary Fada Ibude – Ika South
34. Samuel Ekene Kerry – Ika North East
35. Ogbueshi Dada Okolo – Oshimili South
36. Hon. Augustine Nnabuife – Oshimili North
37. Chief Matthew Chinye – Aniocha South
38. High Chief Greg Dike Onah – Ndokwa West
39. Chief Kris Oputa – Ndokwa East
40. Churchill Edem – Ukwuani

LGA SECRETARIES

41. Okeh A. Man United – Okpe
42. Sunday Ashibuogwu – Aniocha South
43. David Chibueze Onwunmaez – Aniocha North
44. Jude Okafor Ifechukwude – Oshimili North
45. Onorioma David – Isoko North
46. Erike Tarike Raphael – Warri South West
47. Adausi Anthony Dibiya – Patani
48. Obi-Okpor Ugochukwu – Ndokwa West
49. Siko Ejenmi Powell – Warri North
50. Izekor Frank – Ika South
51. Livingstone Okechukwu Owasim – Ika North East
52. Kpeku Gabriel E. – Udu
53. Ese Jerry Azakaza – Warri South
54. Ovumedia Monday Tobore – Ethiope East
55. James Amagre – Uvwie
56. Hon. Oseh Michael Oghenegueke – Ethiope West
57. Urete Charles Ughoreruojo – Isoko South
58. Odigidawu Favour – Ukwuani
59. Chief (Barr.) Mrs. Beauty Ubogun-Nze – Ughelli North
60. Hon. Ohwojero Lucky – Sapele
61. Sir. Ambrose Oyovwe – Ughelli South
62. Pastor Uba Emmanuel – Ndokwa East
63. Enaikobi Ebiakpo Genial – Bomadi
64. Onwudinjo Chibueze Charles – Oshimili South
65. Black Beke Precious – Burutu

SERVING AND FORMER MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL  ASSEMBLY

66. Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR. Deputy President of the 9th Senate
67. Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, Senator of 8th & 9th Senate
68. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori -Suenu – Member, House of Representatives
69. Hon. Temi Harriman, Former Member, House of Representatives
70. Rt. Hon. Mercy Almona-Isei – Former Member, House of Representatives
71. Rt. Hon. Daniel Reyenieju – Former Member, House of Representatives

FORMER AND SERVING PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE DELTA STATE HoHOUSE  ASSEMBLY

72. Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Olisa Imegwu – Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
73. Rt. Hon. Monday Ovwigho Igbuya – Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
74. Rt. Hon. Friday Ossai Osanebi –  Former Deputy Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
75. Hon. (Chief) Julius Okpoko – Former Minority Leader, Delta State House of Assembly
76. Hon. Harvest Igben – Former Minority Leader, Delta State House of Assembly
77. Hon. Innocent Anidi – Former Minority Leader, Delta State House of Assembly
78. Hon. Moses Anaughe – Former Minority Whip, Delta State House of Assembly
79. Hon. (Barr.) Edafe Emakpor –  Minority Leader, Delta State House of Assembly

Cc:

1. HE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR

Presidential Villa,

Aso Rock Abuja.

2. HE Vice President Kashim Shettima GCON

Vice President

Residence, Abuja

3. HE Sen. Godswill Akpabio,

Senate President,

National Assembly

Complex, Abuja.

4. Members of the National

Working Committee

National Secretariat,

Abuja

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