The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended the member representing Obubra I State Constituency, Dickson Agbor, indefinitely over alleged violent conduct, punch reported.
According to journalist Agba Jalingo, the lawmaker assaulted his wife over accusations of infidelity.
He claimed that the incident occurred on Saturday, February 28, 2028 at the Assembly quarters.
The resolution was reached on Thursday, March 5, after a motion was moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo.
Moving the motion, Etta condemned the alleged violent conduct involving Agbor, describing it as behaviour unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the legislative arm of government.
According to him, the House must take decisive steps to preserve 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.
Following deliberations, the House resolved that Agbor be placed on indefinite suspension from all legislative activities pending further investigation into the allegation.
The Assembly also approved the constitution of an ad hoc committee 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 directive of the House.
Speaking on the development, the Speaker of the House, Elvert Ayambem, said the Assembly remained committed to upholding discipline, dignity and the integrity of the legislature.
Ayambem emphasised that members of the Assembly must conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the trust reposed in them by the people.
After deliberations, the House resolved that Agbor be placed on indefinite suspension from all legislative activities and constituted a committee to investigate the matter and report its findings for further legislative action.
He emphasised that members must conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the trust reposed 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.
According to the Assembly, the suspension will remain in force pending the outcome of the committee’s investigation.
Earlier, Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, and his wife, Eyoanwan Otu, had criticised the lawmaker’s alleged actions, describing them as irresponsible.
However, in a statement on Thursday, Agbor’s wife, Glory Agbor, called for privacy and said 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.
She further announced her withdrawal from the Legislators’ Wives Association.
