AKWA IBOM: Ex–Commissioner, Chris Abasi-Eyo Resigns As Umo Eno’s Aide, Says He Won’t Join Governor APC
Chris Abasi-Eyo, a former Commissioner for Information under the administration of ex-Governor Victor Attah, has resigned his position as Honorary Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno.
In a resignation letter dated 16th June 2025, Abasi-Eyo cited his loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the primary reason for his decision. He made it clear that he could not join the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing such a move as a betrayal of his long-standing political convictions and efforts in building the PDP.
“Permit me, once again, to convey my sincere appreciation to Your Excellency for appointing me ab antiquo – as the spokesperson of the Umo Eno/Akon Eyakenyi/PDP Governorship Campaign Organisation,” he wrote.
“It was a rare privilege to serve in that capacity as we traversed the length and breadth of our dear State, championing the noble ideals of the ARISE Agenda. I am equally grateful for the subsequent honour of being appointed as Honorary Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor. These privileges I have never taken for granted, and I shall remain profoundly grateful, now and always.”
Addressing Governor Eno’s recent political move, Abasi-Eyo acknowledged that while it may have strategic merit, it comes at a cost.
“There has undoubtedly been an avalanche of reflections and reactions from various quarters concerning your ‘Progressive Move’ and the justification you have advanced in its support,” he said. “Nonetheless, while the decision is clearly strategic, it is bound to leave in its wake, a trail of political jetsams and flotsams.”
He added: “Therefore, in compliance with Your Excellency’s directive – ‘Defect with me or resign’ – and guided by the timeless principle that ‘all politics is local,’ I have chosen to become a jetsam of the very ship I co-built. Accordingly, I hereby tender my resignation from my role as Honorary Special Adviser, having resolved to remain with the PDP.”
Abasi-Eyo wished Governor Eno continued success and wisdom in the pursuit of good governance, but firmly reaffirmed his stance not to join the APC.
