In a dramatic twist following Governor Umo Eno’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Information and Special Duties, Dr. Ini Ememobong, has resigned from his position.

Ememobong made the announcement in a statement posted on his official Facebook account on Friday, shortly after Governor Eno’s high-profile switch to the ruling APC.

“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,” he wrote.

“I Cannot Join That Political Platform” – Ememobong

The former commissioner clarified that his resignation was driven by personal conviction and political principle, stating that he could not align with the APC.

“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,” he said.

Governor Umo Eno’s APC Move Sparks Political Shake-up

Earlier on Friday, Governor Umo Eno formally dumped the PDP for the APC, citing his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and the need for Akwa Ibom State to align with the federal government.

As part of the move, the governor reportedly instructed all political appointees who are not willing to join him in the defection to resign their positions.

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Ini Ememobong’s resignation now stands out as one of the first major fallouts from the governor’s bold political realignment, signaling potential division within the Akwa Ibom political structure.

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