The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),Akwa Ibom State chapter, has asked Governor Umo Eno and all political appointees, elected officials, and party executives who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to resign their membership of the Party with immediate effect.
This was contained in a statement by Hon. Uyoata Friday Asam-Eyo, National Ex-officio representing Akwa Ibom and member of the National Executive Committee of the PDP.
The PDP stressed the need for the defectors to tender their resignation letters to their respective ward chairmen across the 368 wards in the state.
The statement explained that the development is intended to help the party identify its authentic and loyal members and leaders who remain committed to the vision and values of the founding fathers of the PDP.
Highlighting the party’s legacy, the statement noted the dominance of the PDP in Akwa Ibom State politics since 1999, which led to the transformation of the state into a notable destination.
The PDP noted that until recently, it produced all councillors, state and national legislators, and governors.
The PDP noted that the defection of Governor Pastor Umo Eno to the APC on June 6, 2025, was a “minor setback” rather than a crisis.
It expressed confidence in its resilience and vowed to reposition itself for a strong comeback ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Party commended its supporters for their steadfastness and reaffirmed its continued relevance in the political landscape of Akwa Ibom and Nigeria at large.
