Former IPAC Chairman Peter Ameh Resigns from Labour Party
By Yahaya Idris
A former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and ex-presidential candidate, High Chief Peter Ameh, has formally resigned his membership of the Labour Party.
In a resignation letter addressed to the Chairman of Labour Party, Ogugu Ward 1 in Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State, Ameh said his decision followed “careful reflection” and was taken in the overriding interest of national progress and the stability of Nigeria’s democracy.
He expressed appreciation to the ward leadership and party members in Olamaboro and across the country for the support, trust, and cooperation extended to him during his time in the party.
Ameh noted that his association with the Labour Party was driven by his belief in its social democratic ideals, as well as his longstanding relationship with the late former National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Abdulkadir Abdulsalam.
“I remain deeply honoured to have walked part of this journey in his memory,” he stated.
The former PPA national chairman reaffirmed his commitment to Nigeria’s multi-party democratic system, stressing that his faith in its sustainability remains unshaken.
He added that he would continue to contribute to strengthening democratic institutions in the country.
According to him, his resignation was not motivated by personal interest or grievances, but by a firm conviction that political institutions must be built on trust, respect for agreements, and institutional integrity.
“As I step into a new phase, I thank the leadership and members of the party for the opportunity to pursue our shared aspiration of building a better and more prosperous Nigeria,” Ameh said.
He also wished the National Working Committee and members of the Labour Party nationwide success in their future endeavours and contributions to national development.
His speech:
The Chairman Labour Party, Ogugu Ward 1 Olamaboro Local Government Area Kogi State.
Dear Chairman and Brother Mr. Adams,
RESIGNATION LETTER
After careful reflection, I have come to the difficult but necessary decision to resign from the Labour Party. This choice is made in the overriding interest of our nation’s progress and the continued stability of our democracy.
I wish to express my profound gratitude to you and all members of the Labour Party in Olamaboro and Nigeria at large for their support, trust, and cooperation I received during my time in the party.
My association with the Labour Party was rooted in my belief in its social democratic ideals, It was further strengthened by the enduring friendship and solidarity of my late brother, the former National Chairman of the Labour Party, Alhaji Abdulkadir Abdulsalam (A.A. Salam). I remain deeply honoured to have walked part of this journey in his memory.
As someone who has served over the years in different leadership capacities, including as former National Chairman of the Progressive Peoples Alliance (PPA) and former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), my faith in the prospect of our Multi-Party democratic system remains unflinching and I will continue to work to ensure it’s sustainability and survival.
My decision is not borne out of anger or personal interest, but from my conviction that political institutions must be built on trust, respect for agreements, institutional integrity and our words both in private and public must reflect our actions and decisions.
As I step into a new phase, I thank the leadership and members of the party for the opportunity to pursue our shared aspiration of building a better and more prosperous Nigeria.
I sincerely appreciate all party members, supporters, and associates who have shown goodwill and commitment over the years. I also wish the National Working Committee and members of the Labour Party Nationwide success in their future endeavours and in their continued efforts toward National development.
High Chief Peter Ameh, Former National Chairman, IPAC, Ex-2019 Presidential Candidate
