The national secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Udeh Okoye, has resigned from the party, citing the erosion of the founding ideals and vision of Nigeria’s main opposition party.

In a resignation letter dated October 13, 2025, and addressed to the PDP ward chairman in Agbogugu Ward, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Mr Udeh-Okoye said his decision followed “deep reflection and careful consideration.”

“This decision did not come lightly,” he wrote. “The PDP has been an integral part of my political journey, offering me the invaluable opportunity to contest and serve as a member of the Enugu State House of Assembly, the national youth leader of the party, and most recently, as the national secretary.”

Mr Udeh-Okoye, who expressed gratitude to the PDP for shaping his political career, lamented that the party had deviated from its founding principles of unity, justice, and equity.

“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. “The PDP that once stood as a beacon of hope for democratic governance has regrettably lost its moral compass and ideological direction.”

The former national secretary added that his resignation was driven by conscience and a desire to pursue a new political path committed to restoring democratic values.

“After much contemplation, I have come to the solemn conclusion that I can no longer, in good conscience, remain within a system that has strayed so far from its original purpose,” he wrote.

“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.”

Mr Udeh-Okoye thanked the ward executives and party members at all levels for their “support, friendship, and shared moments of service.”

His resignation marks another setback for the PDP, which has in recent months faced internal divisions and a wave of high-profile exits amid declining confidence in its leadership and direction.