A former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has announced his resignation from the ruling party, citing dissatisfaction with its leadership and direction.
Eze said his decision followed extensive consultations with his family and associates, pointing to what he described as poor governance, worsening insecurity, and economic challenges under the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
In a statement, he explained that these issues informed his departure from a party he once actively supported, contributing his time and resources to promote its ideals.
He also disclosed that he has joined the African Democratic Congress, ADC, with the aim of working alongside like minded individuals to advance a new political direction for the country.
Eze expressed regret over his past support for the APC, stating that the party has deviated from its original vision.
He stated: “We promised Nigerians that we would improve the value of our local currency against the dollar, but the Naira has maintained a free-fall trajectory and abysmal performance in the international money market; we promised to eradicate insecurity in Nigeria, but instead, the party and government in power have turned the country into a graveyard where no Nigerian is sure of life.
“The party promised sufficient food for all Nigerians, but instead the government is building Internally Displaced Persons IDP camps to house farmers as bandits raze homes and villages in the North East and North Central zones, which are the nation’s food basket; we promised quality education for our children, but today education is flat on its back, beaten into a prostrate position, making those who knew the previous standard shake their heads in sorrow and dismay.
We promised to make our democracy one of the most outstanding in the world, but instead, we have turned our democracy into a huge joke and a laughingstock, as the country under Tinubu is being forced into a one party system. We promised to eradicate corruption, but instead corruption and embezzlement of public funds have become a way of life under the current regime.”
Eze continued: “Our dear President Tinubu promised Nigerians uninterrupted power supply, and if he failed, nobody should vote for him or the party, but he has given Nigerians darkness while scheming for reelection.
“To mess up our dear party, we mistakenly brought in Tinubu, whose claim of being a democrat has crushed every dint of democracy that remained in our polity.
To embarrass us as a party, Tinubu brought in Akpabio and Nyesom Wike, who were sworn enemies of the APC from the beginning, to prove to Nigerians what undemocratic minds can achieve through dishonest craftiness.”
Expressing regret, Eze offered an apology to Nigerians over the party’s performance and the impact on the country’s global image.
He added: “The best I can show of my seriousness in my decision is to disengage myself from such an evil setup that does not mean well for Nigeria and Nigerians, and join the African Democratic Congress ADC to collaborate with others to turn the fortunes of this country and restore true and genuine democracy to us all.
today, no Nigerian can claim to be safe anymore, as the country has been turned into a field of bloodshed. If we count daily the number of Nigerians killed, they would be in the hundreds. Suicide bombings are now back in our midst. Our soldiers are no longer safe, as Boko Haram and their groups now overrun our barracks.”
Eze further questioned continued support for the ruling party, asking: “Who, in their right senses, should still proudly claim to be a member of such an undemocratic setup called APC?”
