Former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, Peter Ameh, has resigned from the Labour Party, LP, citing the need to uphold democratic principles, institutional integrity and national interest.
In a resignation letter addressed to the Chairman of Labour Party, Ogugu Ward 1, in Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, Ameh said the decision followed careful reflection and was taken in the interest of Nigeria’s democratic stability.
“This decision, though difficult, has become necessary at this point in time,” he stated.
Ameh appreciated party leaders and members across Kogi State and the country for the support and cooperation he received during his time in the party.
He noted that his involvement in the Labour Party was driven by his belief in the party’s social democratic ideals, which he said aligned with his political convictions.
The former presidential candidate also paid tribute to the late former National Chairman of the Labour Party, Abdulkadir Abdulsalam, describing him as a brother and a major influence in his political journey.
“I remain deeply honoured to have walked part of this journey in his memory,” Ameh said.
Despite his resignation, Ameh reaffirmed his commitment to Nigeria’s multi-party democracy, stressing that he would continue supporting democratic institutions and reforms.
Having previously served as National Chairman of the Progressive Peoples Alliance, PPA, and later as IPAC chairman, he said his resignation was not driven by personal ambition or dissatisfaction, but by principle and political accountability.
“Political institutions must be built on trust, respect for agreements, and consistency between words and actions,” he stated.
Although Ameh did not disclose his next political move, political observers say his exit may trigger fresh alignments ahead of future political contests in Kogi State and across the country.
As of the time of filing this report, the Labour Party leadership had not issued an official response to his resignation.
