Inalegwu Ejembi Adaje, a House of Representatives candidate for Benue State’s Ado, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, or AP, claiming the party has strayed from its core democratic ideals.
In a resignation letter dated October 13, 2025, and addressed to the Ward Chairman of the APC, Ingle/Okpale Ward, Edumoga Ehaje, Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State, Adaje stated that his decision was the result of “careful reflection and wide consultations with key stakeholders, associates, and respected leaders.”
He claimed that his decision to leave was driven by his desire to uphold his political beliefs and dedication to justice, accountability, and fairness.
“This decision comes after careful reflection and wide consultations with key stakeholders, associates, and respected leaders. It is driven by my commitment to uphold the principles of justice, accountability, and true democratic values, principles that I no longer find aligned with the current direction and internal workings of the party,” Adaje stated.
He expressed appreciation to the APC for the opportunities and privileges he enjoyed while a member, but he insisted that he could not carry on with a system that had, in his words, “lost touch with its original values.”
“I sincerely appreciate the privilege of association and the opportunities for service afforded me during my time as a member of the APC,” he added, thanking party leaders and colleagues “for their support and cooperation.”
