In a dramatic turn of events that could reshape Nigeriaโs political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), ending a decades-long affiliation with the party he helped found.
Loading ...The resignation was conveyed in a letter dated July 14, 2025, addressed to the PDP Chairman of Jada 1 Ward in Adamawa State. In the letter, Atiku expressed deep gratitude for the opportunities the party had afforded him, including his tenure as Vice President from 1999 to 2007 and his two-time presidential candidacy.
โAs a founding father of this esteemed party, it is indeed heartbreaking for me to make this decision,โ Atiku wrote. โHowever, I find it necessary to part ways due to the current trajectory the party has taken, which I believe diverges from the foundational principles we stood forโ.
Atiku cited irreconcilable differences and a deviation from the PDPโs core values as the primary reasons for his departure. His exit comes amid growing speculation about his involvement in a new opposition coalition, the Alliance Democratic Congress (ADC), which is expected to challenge the ruling party in the next election cycle.
Political analysts suggest that Atikuโs resignation could trigger a wave of realignments within the opposition, especially among PDP loyalists and coalition partners. The move also raises questions about his future political ambitions and whether he will contest the presidency once again.
The PDP has yet to issue an official response to the resignation.
