Red Lake chair says he will not step down

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Red Lake Nation announced on Friday that Seki had agreed to step down from his position in two weeks. The statement, which was shared on Facebook, has now been deleted.

In a statement issued by Red Lake Nation Tribal Council on Monday, chair Darrell Seki Sr. said that he will not retire or step down from his position as the tribal nation’s elected chairman.

“Our Nation is going through a difficult time and our members are looking for steady leadership; we owe you, our membership, a Council that stands united in purpose,” Seki wrote, stating he has informed the Red Lake Tribal Council in formal writing that he will continue to carry out his duties.

Seki's statement comes after Red Lake Nation announced on Friday that the tribal council “engaged in a difficult but necessary discussion&rdq...