Ex-PDP Acting Secretary Udeh Okoye Quits Party, Says It Has ‘Lost Moral Compass’

The former acting National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Udeh Okoye, has resigned from the party, citing what he described as the party’s loss of “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,” the former lawmaker wrote. “This decision did not come lightly.”

Okoye, who once served as the PDP National Youth Leader before his elevation to National Secretary, expressed gratitude to the party for providing him the platform to serve at various levels.

“For 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, I remain profoundly grateful to the party, its leaders, and members at all levels,” he stated.

The former scribe lamented that the PDP had deviated from the principles of unity, justice, and equity upon which it was founded.

“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 wrote.

He further accused the party of abandoning its original values, saying it no longer represents the hope it once offered Nigerians.

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

According to him, remaining in the party would be a betrayal of his conscience.

“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 said.

“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.”

Despite his criticism, Okoye ended his letter 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 concluded.

LEADE reports that Okoye’s resignation has added to a growing list of high-profile exits from the PDP in recent months, as internal crises, leadership tussles, and ideological drift continue to plague the opposition party.

While several defectors have joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or other political platforms, Okoye was yet to declare his next political move. However, he might follow the Enugu State governor, Peter Mbah, to the APC on Tuesday.