Magashule was interviewed by theSABCand he said that the step-aside policy was an example of hypocrisy.
Magashule is being criminally charged in relation to a R250 million asbestos auditing contract.
He has labelled the charges ‘bogus’.
Ace Magashule feels that he is being unfairly treated and has likened his suspension to an apartheid-era exile. Photo credit: @samkelemasekoSource: Twitter
Magashule said that he was surprised when his deputy, Jessie Duarte, handed him his suspension letter.
He said that this has not affected his relationship with her.
Dispatch Livehas reported that Magashule plans on attending the NEC meeting despite his suspension.
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He also said that he will leave the matter to be dealt with by the NEC.
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