By Adenike Lawal
The Peoples Democratic Party in Benue State has demanded the immediate reinstatement of 13 suspended lawmakers, describing their removal as an assault on democracy and a ploy to silence opposition.
In a fiery statement on Tuesday, the party’s spokesperson, Tim Nyor, condemned the action of the Benue State House of Assembly as unjust and unconstitutional, accusing the leadership of punishing lawmakers who resisted what he called an illegal move to oust the Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambwese.
“These lawmakers were targeted for standing in defense of democracy and the rule of law,” Nyor said. “Their suspension is not only undemocratic but denies nearly two million constituents their right to representation.”
The PDP warned that the incident reflects dangerous executive interference in legislative affairs and undermines judicial independence.
Nyor added that despite public backlash and legal outcry, the government has remained unmoved.
Calling the move a betrayal of democratic values, the PDP urged the Assembly to recall the affected lawmakers without delay, insisting their return is vital to restoring legislative integrity and the voice of the people in Benue.
