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The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deepened on Monday as Hon. Sadiq Abdullahi, a member of the House of Representatives representing Sabon Gari Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, announced his resignation from the party.
Abdullahi said his decision stemmed from what he described as the PDP’s “loss of direction and persistent internal wrangling”, which he claimed had crippled the party’s ability to function as a credible opposition and hindered his service to the people.
“It’s unfortunate that the party has derailed from its founding principles,” Abdullahi said.
“Continuous infighting has made it almost impossible to pursue a clear agenda for Nigerians or even our local constituencies.”
The lawmaker, who also serves as Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), made his resignation official in a letter addressed to his ward chairman and released to journalists.
He explained that the decision followed wide consultations with community leaders and political allies, emphasising that his priority remains the effective representation of his constituents, not partisan loyalty.
“My duty is first to the people of Sabon Gari,” he noted. “I owe them results, not excuses caused by endless party disputes. This step is necessary to continue delivering purposeful and inclusive leadership.”
Abdullahi also expressed appreciation to the PDP for the opportunity to serve, acknowledging that his time in the party provided valuable lessons in public leadership and governance.
“I remain grateful for the experiences and relationships built over the years. But it’s time to move forward in a direction that aligns with the people’s needs,” he said.
His resignation follows closely on the heels of former National Secretary S.K.E. Udeh Okoye’s exit, intensifying speculation of deeper divisions within the PDP’s leadership structure.
AFRIPOST reports that the twin departures are further signs of mounting dissatisfaction among party members, particularly over leadership disputes and strategy failures ahead of future elections.
Furthermore, analysts warn that unless the PDP resolves its internal conflicts and reconnects with its base, more defections could follow in the coming months, potentially weakening its presence as Nigeria’s main opposition force.