A Benue State politician, Inalegwu Ejembi Adaje, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the party’s deviation from its founding democratic principles. Adaje, who was seeking to represent the Ado, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, submitted his resignation letter on October 13, 2025.

In the letter addressed to the Ward Chairman of the APC in Edumoga Ehaje, Okpokwu Local Government Area, Adaje stated that his decision followed careful consideration and consultations with stakeholders, associates, and leaders. He emphasized his commitment to upholding the principles of justice, accountability, and democratic values, which he believes are no longer aligned with the party’s current direction.

Adaje expressed gratitude to the APC for the opportunities he had while being a member, but noted that he could not continue to be part of a structure that had “lost touch with its original values.” He thanked party leaders and colleagues for their support and cooperation during his time in the party.

The resignation of Adaje, a hopeful for the House of Representatives, may have implications for the APC’s prospects in the Ado, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo Federal Constituency. As a politician who was seeking to represent the constituency, his departure from the party could potentially affect the APC’s support base in the area.

The development is also likely to attract attention in Benue State, where the APC has been one of the major political parties. The party’s ability to retain its members and maintain its ideological commitment will be closely watched by political observers and analysts. With Adaje’s resignation, the APC will need to reassess its strategy and approach to retain its membership and maintain its influence in the state.