The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expelled former Minister of Interior and ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, over alleged anti-party activities.
Aregbesola, who served two terms as the governor of Osun State, previously led a faction within the APC known as The Osun Progressives, which was later renamed the Omoluabi Caucus.
On Wednesday, a letter from the APC leadership confirmed Aregbesola’s expulsion.
The letter, titled “Allegations of Anti-Party Activities – Conveyance of State Exco Decision to You,” accused him of violating Article 21 of the party’s constitution, which outlines disciplinary measures for members.
It stated, “At the conclusion of the investigation, the State Executive Committee (SEC) reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Disciplinary Committee. After careful consideration, the SEC resolved to approve your immediate expulsion from the APC.
“This decision is based on clear evidence of your actions, which have undermined the unity and integrity of the party. Consequently, you are no longer a member of the APC and must cease to identify as one or act on behalf of the party in any capacity.”
The former minister’s expulsion followed a meeting of the Omoluabi Caucus, chaired by Aregbesola, during which the group announced its decision to leave the APC, citing the party’s declining influence in Osun.