Former National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Udeh Okoye, has resigned from the party, declaring that it has “lost its moral compass and ideological direction.”
In a resignation letter dated October 13, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman in Agbogugu, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Okoye said his decision followed “deep reflection and careful consideration.”
“After deep reflection and careful consideration, I wish to formally tender my resignation as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party. This decision did not come lightly,” he wrote.
Okoye, who previously served as National Youth Leader and later National Secretary of the PDP, expressed gratitude to the party for the opportunities to serve at various levels, including as a member of the Enugu State House of Assembly.
“For these privileges of service and trust, I remain profoundly grateful to the party, its leaders, and members at all levels,” he said.
The former lawmaker lamented that the PDP had deviated from the ideals of its founding fathers, noting that the principles of “unity, justice, and equity” had been eroded.
“Over time, I have watched with increasing concern as the ideals and vision of the founding fathers of the PDP, built on the principles of unity, justice, and equity, have been eroded,” he stated.
According to him, “The PDP that once stood as a beacon of hope for democratic governance has regrettably lost its moral compass and ideological direction.”
He said his conscience would no longer allow him to remain in a system that had “strayed so far from its original purpose.”
“Therefore, I am compelled to part ways with the PDP as I embark on a progressive journey dedicated to restoring the values of democracy, accountability, and service to the people, which the party has sadly abandoned,” Okoye declared.
Despite his criticism, he ended on a conciliatory note, thanking his colleagues and party members for their support over the years.
“I thank you, the ward executives, and all party members at all levels for your support, friendship, and shared moments of service,” he wrote.
Okoye’s resignation adds to a growing wave of defections and exits within the PDP amid internal crises, leadership disputes, and ideological drift.
He has not yet announced any affiliation with another political party.
