By Nchetachi Chukwuajah
Glory Agbor, wife of Dickson Agbor, the member representing Obubra I State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, has urged for privacy in an alleged matter of domestic violence.
The lawmaker’s wife’s statement comes as the Assembly announced the indefinite suspension of Agbor over alleged domestic violence.
In a statement on Thursday, March 5, the lawmaker’s wife apologised to her husband and his family for bringing them to disrepute following a video which showed she was allegedly battered by her husband.
In the statement, Glory announced her withdrawal from the legislators’ wives association, noting that the matter had been settled within the family.
She said: “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 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.
“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.”
The Assembly took the decision during plenary on Thursday after a motion was moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo.
While raising the motion, Etta described the alleged violent conduct involving Agbor as unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the legislative arm of government.
The lawmaker noted that the Assembly must take decisive steps to preserve the integrity and reputation of the legislature.
The Assembly, after deliberating on the matter, resolved that Agbor be barred indefinitely from all legislative activities pending further investigation into the allegation.
It also constituted an ad hoc committee to investigate the matter and report its findings back to the house for further legislative action.
Following the Assembly’s resolution, Agbor was escorted out of the chamber by the Sergeant-at-Arms in compliance with the House’s directive.
The Speaker of the House, Elvert Ayambem, decried the development, adding that the Assembly remained committed to upholding discipline, dignity, and the integrity of the legislature.
Ayambem added that the suspension will remain in force pending the outcome of the committee’s investigation.
