Former governor of Imo State, Mr Emeka Ihedioha, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He cited a misalignment between his personal beliefs and the current political face-off in the party as reasons for his departure.
In his resignation letter addressed to the chairman of his constituency, Mbutu Ward, Aboh Mbaise local government area of Imo State, Ihedioha expressed his commitment to the advancement of democracy and good governance in Nigeria despite his decision to leave the party.
Mr Ihedioha, who has been with the PDP since its inception in 1998, highlighted his contributions to the growth and evolution of the party, noting its historical commitment to internal reforms and providing credible leadership both in and out of power.
He bemoaned the recent developments within the party, adding that PDP has deviated from its original principles.
The letter reads, “Since 1998, I have contributed my quota to the development and transformation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as one of the founding members. All these years, I have taken pride in the fact that the PDP is a party that will always look inward for internal reforms and provide credible leadership for the people, whether in power or outside power. I have had the benefit of serving and benefiting from the party at various levels.
“Regrettably, in recent times, the party has taken on a path that is at variance with my personal beliefs. Despite my attempt to offer counsel, the party is, sadly, no longer able to carry out internal reforms, enforce its own rules or offer credible opposition to the ruling All Progressives Congress.’
“It is in the light of the foregoing, that I am compelled to offer my resignation from the People’s Democratic Party effective immediately. While the decision was difficult to take, I, however, believe that it is the right one. Despite this resignation, I will always be available to offer my services towards the deepening of democracy and good governance in Nigeria.”
