Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe of Abia South has officially resigned from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC)
The announcement ends weeks of speculation over Abaribe’s political future amid rising tensions within APGA. The senator cited irreconcilable differences with the party’s leadership and direction as the main reason for his defection.
“After wide consultations, I have taken the decision to formally resign from APGA and align with the African Democratic Congress, which provides a clearer vision for good governance and national renewal,” Abaribe said, adding that Nigeria needs a strong and principled opposition capable of offering citizens a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 general election.
Abaribe’s departure follows months of strained relations with APGA over internal party democracy, candidate selection processes, and alleged marginalisation of key stakeholders. He had openly criticised the party leadership for making unilateral decisions and failing to build consensus.
Sources said Abaribe was also dissatisfied with APGA’s handling of alliances and its approach to the ruling party, which he viewed as compromising the party’s founding principles.
A former deputy governor of Abia State and long-time APGA chieftain, Abaribe had been one of the party’s most prominent national figures.
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