The former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Barrister Silas Onu, has formally resigned from the party and declared his alignment with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which has recently gained momentum as the adopted platform of a coalition of opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Naija News reports that Onu, who was the PDP candidate in the February 4, 2024, senatorial rerun election for Ebonyi South Zone, conveyed his resignation in a letter addressed to the Chairman of his Obiozara Ward.
In the letter, Onu cited deep-rooted internal crises and alleged undue interference by some state governors as the main reasons behind his exit.
“It is with a heavy heart, yet for patriotic reasons, that I resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect,” the letter read in part.
He noted that the party’s internal structure had become unstable and compromised by political interests that undermined grassroots participation and transparency.
“Due to some irreconcilable differences, especially the role being played by a few sitting governors of the party, I am compelled to pursue my political aspirations from a different, but stable platform,” Onu further stated.
Reflecting on his years in the PDP, Onu recalled his contributions to the party’s growth at both the grassroots and state levels, including his tenure as State Publicity Secretary and later as State Chairman.
He described the decision to leave as difficult but necessary in light of the current political reality within the PDP.
Onu used the opportunity to rally his supporters to join him in his new political home, the ADC, which he described as a more united and forward-thinking platform.
“I thank you for your unflinching support throughout my membership of the PDP and pray that we can all journey into the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to continue forging a strong political movement for the overall good of our people,” he stated.
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