Prince Tonye Princewill ,a chieftain of All Progressives Congress, APC, in River State has condemned the party over emergence of a Muslim as the presidential candidate and running mate of the party respectively for the 2023 election. Princewill had earlier contested as a governorship candidate of different political parties in Rivers at various times.
He said he couldn’t defend the decision of APC concerning the Muslim-Muslim ticket at a time like this as it sets a wrong precedent and is totally insensitive. This was stated in his letter of resignation .
As him being a Christian he added that it’s religiously wrong and will not justify equity , further saying that if he stayed meaning he agrees with the decision. 
He therefore thanked all APC men and women in Rivers for their faithful and loyal support , also appreciating Hon (rtd) Rotimi Amaechi for his efforts.
The letter states below;
Dear Chairman,
LETTER OF RESIGNATION FROM APC
I can’t argue for equity in my state and defend inequity in my country.While I appreciate my leader Rt Hon Rotimi Amaechi and all his efforts, I cannot defend the decision of my party, in fielding a Muslim Muslim ticket, especially at a time like this, against all protestations from well meaning Nigerians, across religious and political divides. It sets a very wrong precedent, it is totally insensitive and even if you win, will prove bad for good governance. Under these dire circumstances, I find no justification to still remain, in good conscience, a member of a political party that subordinates electoral victory, OVER the safety of lives and the peace of mind of its citizens.The men and women of our party here in Rivers are the most loyal and faithful supporters I have met. They know right and they know wrong. And they know me. I enjoyed working with them and I’m so sad to leave. But an APC party that totally disregards the basics of the same equity we preach, is alien to me. Buhari resisted the same temptation and chose a little known Osinbajo and won. By doing this, Tinubu is saying that a Northern Christian has no electoral value. My staying means I agree.I wish you well. And I remain grateful to our Leader, but I can not defend the indefensible. And to be totally honest, neither should you.
Warm Regards,
Prince Tonye T.J.T Princewill
B.Eng, MSc, DIC
