Elders of the Coalition of Civil Society Organizations in Ondo State (CACSOD) have suspended the coalition’s executive members for three months over alleged political interference in the group’s activities.
In a statement jointly signed by seven elders led by Chief Akomolafe Pius in Akure, the group said the decision was necessary to restore the image and integrity of the coalition, which they said had been tainted by recent controversies.
The elders expressed concern that conflicting narratives and reactions from external stakeholders had created unnecessary tension and confusion within the public space, thereby undermining the coalition’s credibility.
“We, the elders of the Coalition of All Civil Societies in Ondo State (CACSOD), find it necessary to intervene at this critical moment to protect the name, integrity, and image of our Coalition.
“Following the recent press release and counter-press statements circulating across various media platforms regarding the alleged defection of some politicians in the state, we are deeply concerned by the disorder and mismanagement of information in how the coalition’s executives handled and responded to the situation.
“We, therefore, make the resolution that the current executives of the coalition be suspended for three months, during which time they shall not be permitted to carry out any activity or function in the name of the coalition.
“And that the executives refrain from issuing any press release, statement, or granting interviews on behalf of the coalition throughout the period of suspension,” they ordered.
The elders further directed the suspended executives to desist from signing or endorsing any official document on behalf of the coalition, pending the conclusion of investigations by a Review Committee set up to examine the circumstances surrounding the recent controversies.
They emphasized that the coalition remains a strictly non-partisan body devoted to promoting good governance, transparency, and civic engagement.
“We will continue to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and neutrality that define our mandate.
“Finally, we appeal to all stakeholders and state actors to exercise patience and understanding as we work collectively to restore decorum and rebuild public confidence in our Coalition and its operations,” they said.
Others elders are: Mrs. Florence Ajih, Chief Mrs. M.O. Adetula, Dr. Mrs. Jumoke Aborode, Amb. Folake Esan, Mrs. Olabisi Omolona, Mr Franklin Oloniju.
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