He also reassured his supporters that he is not going anywhere and plans to appeal his suspension.
He subtly accused the ANC of double standards.
Magashule was interviewed by theSABCand he said that the step-aside policy was an example of hypocrisy.
Ace Magashule has accused the ANC of having double standards and that he is being charged in a kangaroo court. Photo credit: @Siyanda_Sibiya1, @Nhleiks5Source: Twitter
Magashule is being criminally charged in relation to a R250 million asbestos auditing contract.
He has labelled the charges ‘bogus’.
Magashule said that he was surprised when his deputy, Jessie Duarte, handed him his suspension letter.
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He said that this has not affected his relationship with her.
He also said that he will leave the matter to be dealt with by the NEC.
Magashule did not give any names.
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