Fresh controversy has erupted around Reuben Egwuaba following the emergence of a resignation letter indicating he served as National Legal Adviser of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), even as he is currently linked to the same role in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
The document, dated December 4, 2025, shows Egwuaba formally stepping down from his position in APM, with effect from December 10, 2025, raising questions about timelines and potential overlap in his roles across both parties.
“I write to formally tender my resignation as the National Legal Adviser of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), with effect from the 10th day of December, 2025,” Egwuaba stated in the letter addressed to the party’s National Chairman.
He explained that the decision followed “careful and considered reflection,” citing professional obligations and shifting priorities.
“This decision has been reached after careful and considered reflection, guided by my professional obligations and present priorities,” he wrote.
Egwuaba, who joined APM in 2019, described his tenure as a period of service and institutional contribution.
“It has been a distinct honour to serve in this capacity and to contribute to the growth and strengthening of the party’s legal and institutional framework,” he said.
He also expressed gratitude to the party’s leadership for the confidence reposed in him.
“I wish to place on record my deep appreciation to the National Working Committee (NWC) and the National Executive Committee (NEC) for the trust and confidence reposed in me throughout my tenure,” he added.
Despite his resignation, Egwuaba maintained that he remained open to supporting the party when needed.
“While I step aside from this role, I remain well-disposed to the party and its ideals, and I am open to rendering professional legal services to the party whenever the need arises,” he stated.
The letter was officially received on December 5, 2025, according to an acknowledgment on the document.
However, the resurfacing of the letter has sparked debate within political circles, with critics questioning whether Egwuaba simultaneously held or transitioned between legal advisory roles in multiple parties, a situation that could raise ethical and political concerns.
As of the time of filing this report, Egwuaba has not publicly responded to the controversy surrounding the timeline of his roles in both APM and NDC.
