Former Deputy Governor Resigns From PDP

Former Deputy Governor Resigns From PDP

Former Deputy Governor of Abia State, Rt. Hon. Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ending a long-standing political association with the party.

In a resignation letter dated August 5, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of Ndi Elu Ward, Nkporo, Ohafia LGA, the immediate past Deputy Governor stated that his decision to quit the party was due to personal reasons. He noted that although the decision was difficult, it was the best course of action for him at this time.

Former Abia Deputy Governor Ude Oko Chukwu Resigns From PDP

“I am most grateful for the opportunities the Party availed me to serve at various levels and appreciate the experience and knowledge gained during my membership of the Party,” the letter read in part.

Rt. Hon. Oko Chukwu, who served as Abia’s Deputy Governor from May 2015 to May 2023, expressed appreciation to the PDP for its support over the years and wished the party well in its future endeavours.

His resignation letter was acknowledged and received by the ward leadership on August 7, 2025.

The development marks a significant shift in Abia State’s political landscape, as Oko Chukwu was a prominent figure in the PDP for many years, holding various positions before his two-term tenure as Deputy Governor.

Political observers will be keenly watching his next move amid speculations of possible alignment with other political platforms ahead of the 2027 general elections.