Ex-guber flagbearer cites lack of transparency, internal crises, and leadership concerns after recent party clashes

A former governorship candidate for Anambra State under the African Action Congress (AAC), Chioma Ifemeludike, has resigned her membership of the party, citing concerns over poor internal democracy, lack of transparency, and leadership failures.

Her resignation, formally conveyed in a letter dated June 26, 2026, and addressed to the party’s National Chairman, takes immediate effect. The letter was also copied to the National Working Committee (NWC) and National Executive Committee (NEC).

This development follows a series of internal controversies within the party. Notably, Ifemeludike was involved in a clash with the AAC’s Abia State governorship candidate, Doris Ogala, during the party’s governorship primary election in Abia State on May 23, 2026. She had accused Ogala of inciting thugs to disrupt the exercise—an allegation that further exposed tensions within the party’s ranks.

In addition, Ifemeludike recently stirred reactions after suggesting in a public post that the Abia governorship candidate should consider the First Lady’s proposed akara (bean cake) business initiative—comments that added to the ongoing friction within the party.

In her resignation letter, Ifemeludike said her decision followed “careful reflection, extensive consultations, and a thorough assessment” of the party’s current state and direction.

“I write to formally tender my resignation from my membership of the African Action Congress (AAC), with immediate effect,” she stated.

She noted that the decision was difficult given her long-standing commitment to the party and its founding ideals, including justice, accountability, and internal democracy.
However, she said recent developments had made it “increasingly difficult” for her to continue in good conscience.

Ifemeludike revealed that her repeated calls for transparency, due process, proper vetting of candidates, and adherence to the party’s constitution were largely ignored.

“My repeated calls for transparency, due process, proper vetting of candidates, adherence to the party’s constitution, and principled leadership were consistently made in the interest of strengthening the party.

 Regrettably, these concerns were not given the consideration they deserved,” she wrote.
She stressed that political leadership must be anchored on integrity, accountability, and respect for democratic principles—values she believes the party has strayed from.

“As someone who believes that political leadership must be anchored on integrity, accountability, and respect for democratic principles, I can no longer continue to associate with a system that, in my considered opinion, has departed from these core values,” she added.

Despite her exit, Ifemeludike expressed gratitude to party members and supporters she worked with, wishing them success in their future endeavors.

She also clarified that her resignation does not signal a withdrawal from public service or her commitment to national development.
“My resignation from the AAC does not mark the end of my commitment to public service or the pursuit of justice, equity, good governance, and a better Nigeria,” she said, reaffirming her dedication to democratic advancement and the welfare of Nigerians.

Her resignation marks a significant development for the AAC, particularly in Anambra State, where she previously flew the party’s flag in the governorship race, and underscores growing concerns about internal cohesion within the party.