In a significant political shake-up in Akwa Ibom State, the Commissioner for Special Duties, Ini Ememobong, has reportedly resigned from Governor Umo Eno’s cabinet, citing his unwillingness to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside the governor.
Governor Umo Eno, who officially joined the APC on June 6, 2025, has triggered a wave of political realignment within the state’s government. However, Ememobong, known for his firm ideological stance and long-standing affiliation with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), chose to take a different path.
Sources close to the former commissioner revealed that Ememobong’s decision to resign was anchored in personal conviction and a refusal to compromise on his political beliefs. He was quoted as saying he could not, in good conscience, follow the administration into a party whose values do not align with his.
Ini Ememobong had been reappointed to the cabinet in February 2025, taking over the Ministry of Special Duties after a successful tenure as Commissioner for Information. His new role placed him at the helm of strategic projects, including the Ibom Deep Sea Port.
His resignation is viewed by analysts as a bold political statement and may inspire other key figures who feel uneasy about the administration's shift in party allegiance.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the state government confirming his resignation, nor has Ememobong released a public statement. However, political watchers consider the move a major turning point in the unfolding political drama in Akwa Ibom State.
This is a developing story.