Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Information and Special Duties, Ini Ememobong, has officially resigned from his position following Governor Eno Umo's defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Ememobong announced his resignation through a statement posted on his Facebook account on Friday, explaining that his decision was in response to the governor's directive that cabinet members unwilling to join him in his move to the APC should step down.
Principled Stand Against Party Switch
"Behold another bend. Today, I have tendered my resignation to the Governor in compliance with his directive that his appointees who are unwilling to join him on the political journey to the APC should resign," Ememobong stated.
The former commissioner emphasized that while he respects the governor's personal decision, he cannot follow the same path due to his political principles and long-standing opposition to the APC platform.
"While I cannot question or fault the governor's personal decision, I am unable to join in that sojourn. My decision is borne out of my belief in politics with principles and my long-standing opposition to that political platform, which is daily validated by numerous Nigerians across many sectors."
Governor's Defection and Ultimatum
Governor Eno Umo officially abandoned the PDP for the APC on Friday, in a move that has sent ripples through Akwa Ibom's political landscape. Prior to his defection, the governor had issued an ultimatum to members of his cabinet, instructing those unwilling to follow him to the ruling party to resign from their positions.
In explaining his defection, Governor Umo reportedly stated, "I can't profess love for Tinubu without joining his party," suggesting his move was motivated by alignment with the federal government led by President Bola Tinubu.
Ememobong's resignation marks a significant development in Akwa Ibom politics, highlighting the tensions that often arise when elected officials switch political affiliations mid-term.
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