No Justification For Me To Leave ADC – Ihedioha

Immediate past Governor of Imo State, Chief Emeka Ihedioha has said he is not leaving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following the resignation of Peter Obi from the party.

Ihedioha made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday.

The former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives said after consultations and deliberations, he chose to stay back in ADC, in other to deliver good governance to the people of Nigeria.

He said he respected Obi’s resignation from the ADC noting that every leader had the right to make political choices guided by conviction.

According to him, over the past one year, he alongside others had consciously and consistently worked to build a coalition of well-meaning Nigerians under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Ihedioha said “over the last one year, we have consciously and consistently worked to build a coalition of well-meaning Nigerians under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Our purpose has been clear, to deliver good governance to the people of Nigeria and to build a nation that is accountable, inclusive, and prosperous.

“On Sunday, May 3, 2026, my brother, His Excellency Peter Obi, made the decision to move to the NDC in pursuit of his political aspirations. While I would have preferred that this ambition was pursued within the ADC, I recognize that in a democracy, every leader has the right to make political choices guided by conviction. I respect his decision and wish him well.

“We share a common aspiration for a better Nigeria, one that works for all and respects our diversity. This remains our collective goal, one that transcends political platforms.

“As a foundational member of the ADC coalition, I am fully conversant with the detailed and painstaking efforts that have brought us to where we are today. These efforts have been built on sacrifice, strategic alignment, and a clear vision for Nigeria’s future.

“After due consultation and reflection over the past 72 hours, I have chosen to remain in the African Democratic Congress at this time. I take deliberate political steps, and for now, I find no justification to turn my back on the ADC.

“We will continue to work towards the shared vision of a new Nigeria, same objectives, different platforms”, Ihedioha said.

Meanwhile, his erstwhile Secretary to the State Government, Chief Uche Onyeagocha has announced his resignation from the ADC and wished the party well in their future endeavours.

Onyeagocha who contested for Owerri senatorial seat was alleged to had lost the seat due to the wave of Mr Peter Obi then in Labour Party in 2023.