A granddaughter of the late statesman Obafemi Awolowo, Pastor Funke Awolowo, has stepped down from her position in the Labour Party Executive Committee in Lagos State.
Prior to her resignation, Awolowo served as the Head of the Mobilisation and Integration Team for the party in Lagos.
In an exclusive statement shared with Vanguard, she cited recent developments within the party as the reason for her decision, stating that they have made it increasingly challenging to maintain her role on the committee.
Addressing her resignation to the Lagos State Chairman of the party, Dayo Ekong, Awolowo expressed concerns about the integrity of the committee, stating that its compromised state has adversely affected her reputation.
The statement read, “I am writing to formally resign my position as a member of the Lagos State Executive Committee, effective immediately.
“This decision comes after deep reflection and considerable personal introspection. Recent developments have made it increasingly difficult for me to continue in this role in good conscience.
“I have observed with growing concern that the integrity of the committee is being compromised and, regrettably, is being leveraged for purposes that conflict with the values and principles I hold dear.
“More troubling is the damage this has done to my personal reputation, as my name has been unfairly associated with actions and motives that I neither support nor condone.
“For years, I have served with sincerity and dedication, committed to the vision of impactful governance.
“However, when the purpose of service is blurred by personal interests and the space for integrity begins to shrink, it becomes necessary to step aside.”
Despite stepping away from her role, Awolowo maintained that her commitment to public service and the political process remains steadfast.
She said, “I believe in the promise of a better Nigeria and will continue to work toward that end in whatever capacity I am able. I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served and extend my thanks to all who made the experience worthwhile.”
Her resignation from her position in the Labour Party comes just four months after she called on supporters of a New Nigeria, including Obidients, Afenifere, and various support groups, to unite as a cohesive force.