Former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha has resigned his membership from the People’s Democratic People (PDP) in Imo State.
The former governor announced his resignation from the party in a letter written to the party state chairman and copied the national secretariat.
Giving reason for his resignation, the former lawmaker said the party he joined in 1998 has in recent times taken the path that is at variance with his personal beliefs.
Mr Ihedioha however said, despite his resignation, he will continue to offer his services to deepen democracy in Nigeria.
The letter read: “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 benefitting 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 Peoples 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.”
Copies of the letter, received by the chairman of Mbutu ward on April 23, 2024 were sent to the Chairman of the PDP in Imo State, National Chairman of the PDP and Chairman of the PDP Board pf Trustees.