A former Communications commissioner in Edo State and member of the All Progressives C0ngress [APC] has resigned his membership of the party.
He cited the shambolic conduct and dubious announcement of a loser of the Saturday guber primary poll as winner as a principal reason for calling it quits.
Read his letter of resignation, which is reproduced hereunder in extenso:
The Ward Chairman,
Ward 7,
Egor L.G.A,
Edo State.
NOTICE OF RESIGNATION
I am writing to formally tender my resignation from the membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), effective from today, the 18th day of February 2024. My decision to resign from the party stems from its lack of internal democracy, flowing from the flawed process of the just concluded Edo gubernatorial primaries, which has left me with no confidence in the party’s leadership structure and sense of political ethos.
It is indeed a sad decision for me to take at this crucial time, particularly, because l joined the party few months ago. But, it is an inevitable decision, since l still enjoy the inalienable right to freedom of association, (or dissociation), guaranteed under Section 40 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution, as amended. I believe that my continued association with the APC would compromise my ability to support any decent candidate of my choice, as I would be compelled to unwittingly align with the party’s decisions, regardless of my personal convictions. To do otherwise will be termed “anti-party”. This was my grouse last year with my former party, the PDP.
Moving forward, l wish to be an “Independent” political player, who can freely support any candidate in future elections, based on their qualifications, integrity, and alignment with my values and beliefs. I am confident that this decision of mine is in the best interest of my life’s philosophy, social orientation and the political principles I hold very dear.
Please consider this letter as my formal resignation from the APC. I would appreciate it if you could delete my name from your register at the ward, as l move on.
Thank you for your understanding and anticipated action.
Sincerely yours,
Adaze Andrew Emwanta Esq
Former Honourable Commissioner, Edo State
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