Adamawa APC resignation Vunobolki as governorship aspirant quits party, citing lack of transparency, fairness and internal democracy
Prominent Adamawa State governorship aspirant Chief Maurice Vunobolki has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, citing concerns over transparency, fairness and internal democracy within the party.
Also read: Bayo Onanuga Criticises Peter Obi in Fierce Political Attack
Vunobolki development was announced during a press briefing held in Yola on Tuesday, where the politician addressed journalists on his decision to exit the ruling party.
Vunobolki said his resignation was triggered by recent developments within the APC that, according to him, contradict earlier assurances of equity and a level playing field for aspirants.
He explained that he joined the APC after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party on February 23, 2026, following assurances he said were tied to expected political alignment in the state at the time.
However, he claimed that unfolding events within the party and state political structure had undermined those assurances, creating what he described as a lack of trust in the process.
Vunobolki alleged that the current political climate reflects a shift towards imposition rather than open democratic competition.
“As a long-standing participant in Nigeria’s political space, I recognise the signs of a system that is tilting towards impositions; there is a growing likelihood that decisions will be made through manipulated consensus rather than a transparent and credible process,” he said.
He confirmed that he remains a governorship aspirant but has not yet decided on his next political platform.
He also called on his supporters across Adamawa State to withdraw from the APC and await further political direction.
The resignation adds to growing political tension within the party in the state, where internal disagreements over structure and candidate selection have continued to generate debate.
Also read: ADC Convention Opens Amid Tense Conditions in Abuja
Observers say the development may signal further defections if grievances within the party are not addressed ahead of future elections.
