NPP issues show-cause notice to MLA Nuklutoshi Longkumer over alleged anti-party activities linked to Koridang by-election controversy.
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KOHIMA — The National People’s Party (NPP) on Saturday issued a show-cause notice to its legislator, Nuklutoshi Longkumer, over alleged anti-party activities in connection with the upcoming by-election to 28-Koridang Assembly Constituency.
In a formal communication addressed to Longkumer, who is also the NPP Legislature Party leader, the party stated that it had received information—supported by material in the public domain—regarding his remarks during a press interaction held on March 20 at the NPP office in Dimapur.
During the interaction, he was reported to have expressed his intention to go against the party’s officially nominated candidate in the forthcoming by-election.
The party asserted that it has already announced its official candidate for the Koridang seat and that all members, particularly elected representatives, are bound to support and uphold the party’s decision.
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Stating that the reported conduct constitutes a “prima facie violation” of party discipline, the NPP cited provisions of its constitution, including clauses relating to acting against party policies, publicly criticising party decisions, and opposing an official candidate in an election.
The notice calls upon Longkumer to submit a written explanation within seven days, clarifying why disciplinary proceedings should not be initiated against him and why action—including suspension or expulsion—should not be taken.
The party also offered him an opportunity to present his case either through a written response or by seeking a personal hearing before a final decision is made.
Pending consideration of his reply, the NPP advised Longkumer to refrain from making any further public statements or engaging in activities contrary to party directives, warning that any such actions may invite immediate interim disciplinary measures.
The notice further stated that failure to respond within the stipulated timeframe would lead the party to proceed ex parte, in accordance with its constitution and disciplinary procedures.
The communication was issued by Paknga Bage, National General Secretary (Organisation), who added that the party reserves the right to initiate interim suspension, refer the matter to the appropriate disciplinary authority, and take any action deemed fit under party rules.