- By Halimah Olamide
The former governor of Imo State, Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, CON, has tendered his resignation letter from the Peoples Democratic Party.
According to him, he has been associated with the party since its inception in 1998.
This was contained in a statement titled “Resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party,” on Tuesday.
Ihedioha, who ascribed himself as one of the founding members of the PDP, cited the party’s inability to carry out internal reforms and provide credible opposition as the reasons behind his decision.
He stated, “Since 1998, I have contributed my quota to the development and transformation of the People’s 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.”
Expressing his displeasure with the party’s recent trajectory, which he believes deviates from his personal beliefs, he stated,
“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 this 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,” he assured.