Udeh Okoye, who previously held the position of acting National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially stepped down from the party, citing a profound loss of its foundational “moral compass and ideological direction.”
In a resignation letter dated October 13, 2025, addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman in Agbogugu, Awgu Local Government Area, Enugu State, Okoye revealed that his decision was the result of “intense reflection and thorough deliberation.”
“After much thought and careful evaluation, I hereby formally resign my membership from the Peoples Democratic Party,” he stated. “This was not a decision made lightly.”
Having previously served as the PDP National Youth Leader before ascending to the role of National Secretary, Okoye expressed sincere appreciation for the opportunities the party afforded him to serve at multiple levels.
“I am deeply thankful to the party, its leadership, and members across all tiers for the chance to contest and serve as a member of the Enugu State House of Assembly, as National Youth Leader, and most recently as National Secretary,” he affirmed.
Okoye lamented the party’s departure from the pdp/” title=”Gov Mbah rules out exit from …”>core values of unity, justice, and fairness that originally defined its mission.
“It has been disheartening to witness the gradual erosion of the PDP’s founding ideals-principles rooted in unity, justice, and equity,” he noted.
He further criticized the party for abandoning its foundational ethos, arguing that it no longer embodies the hope it once symbolized for Nigerians.
“The PDP, once a shining example of democratic hope, has unfortunately lost its guiding principles and ideological clarity,” Okoye asserted.
He explained that staying within the party would conflict with his personal integrity.
“After deep contemplation, I have reached the firm conclusion that I cannot, in good conscience, remain part of an organization that has strayed so far from its original mission,” he said.
“Consequently, I am compelled to sever ties with the PDP and pursue a forward-looking path committed to reviving the values of democracy, accountability, and public service-principles the party has regrettably forsaken.”
Despite his strong critique, Okoye concluded his letter on a respectful and appreciative tone, acknowledging the support of his colleagues and party members over the years.
“I extend my gratitude to the ward executives and all party members at every level for their friendship, support, and shared dedication to service,” he concluded.
LEADE reports that Okoye’s departure adds to a mounting wave of prominent defections from the PDP in recent months, as the party grapples with internal conflicts, leadership struggles, and ideological uncertainty.
While many former PDP members have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or other political groups, Okoye has yet to announce his next political affiliation. However, speculation suggests he may join the APC alongside Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah in the coming days.
