Former Federal Lawmaker Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma Quits All Progressives Congress in Edo State

Former Reps member Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma quits the APC with immediate effect, citing internal interference and marginalization in Edo State. Full details here.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 8, 2026, 9:54 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Naija News.

Immediate Resignation from Party Ranks

Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma, a prominent political figure in Edo State and a former member of the House of Representatives, announced his resignation from the All Progressives Congress on Wednesday. During a press briefing held in Benin City, the former lawmaker stated that his departure takes immediate effect. Agbonayinma, who has been a foundation member of the party's lineage from its days as the AC and ACN, expressed deep distress over the current direction of the organization, marking a significant shift in the political landscape of Edo South.

Grievances Over Internal Democracy

The former lawmaker's decision was rooted in a critical evaluation of recent internal developments. Agbonayinma alleged that the APC has deviated from its founding democratic principles, becoming the "property of one or a few individuals" in the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. He specifically criticized what he described as undemocratic interference in the political providence of the party and a lack of respect for his leadership. According to Agbonayinma, these "anti-democratic tendencies" made it impossible for him to maintain his membership while adhering to his personal convictions.

Allegations of Marginalization and Injustice

Further detailing his reasons for leaving, Agbonayinma pointed to the marginalization of Edo South in political appointments. He expressed frustration that individuals who allegedly worked against the party during previous elections are now exerting significant influence over key decisions. He noted that witnessing the party he helped build become a platform for a select few was a primary factor in his "difficult but inevitable" step to resign. His exit highlights growing friction within the Edo State chapter of the APC regarding leadership structures and rewards for loyalty.