By Peter Onyekachukwu 
By Peter Onyekachukwu, Anambra
The political atmosphere in Anambra State took a dramatic turn less than 24 hours before the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary as one of its leading aspirants, Sir Paul Chukwuma, formally resigned from the party, deepening the crisis within the state chapter.
Chukwuma, a former National Auditor of the APC and one of the most prominent figures in the build-up to the party’s governorship ticket, tendered his resignation via a letter dated March 3, 2025, and addressed to the Ward Chairman of Umueri Ward 2 in Anambra East Local Government Area.
His sudden exit has left both supporters and political observers speculating about his next move, particularly with the November 8, 2025, governorship election fast approaching. While he did not declare any intention to join another political party or continue his gubernatorial ambition, Chukwuma stated he would take time to reflect before making any further decisions.
“Let me take some time to rest and evaluate what I have done so far before making a decision,” he said.
Sources close to his camp hinted that the decision followed prolonged consultations with key allies and supporters which extended late into Friday night. His departure also appears to be a reaction to the deepening internal wrangling in the party, especially concerning alleged irregularities in the delegate selection process for the primaries.
The APC in Anambra has been struggling with internal divisions, especially since the controversial ward delegate elections. There have been widespread allegations that the process was skewed to favor a particular new entrant into the party, sidelining long-standing members and frontline aspirants like Chukwuma.
In his resignation letter, Chukwuma emphasized that his decision was rooted in a desire to pursue a broader political agenda for Anambra.
“My decision reflects my quest to connect Anambra State to national politics by building a broader, more inclusive political movement within the state in support of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda,” he wrote.
Despite exiting the APC, he pledged continued support for the president’s policies and vision for the country.
“I will now devote more time to pursuing the realization of a safe and prosperous Anambra State of our dreams,” Chukwuma added.
Observers say his exit further exposes the internal crisis within the APC in Anambra, a state where the party has long struggled to establish a firm foothold. It also raises concerns about the credibility of the upcoming primary and whether other aspirants may follow suit.