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UPDATED: Nigeria’s Former VP Atiku Abubakar Abruptly Exits PDP, What Next?
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has formally resigned his membership of the opposition party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku’s decision, which comes amid preparations for the 2027 polls, follows his open admission of involvement in forming a coalition platform, the Alliance Democratic Congress.
His resignation was contained in a letter dated Monday, July 14, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP, Jada 1 Ward, Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State. A copy of the letter was later shared on X by his Special Assistant on Media, Abdul Rasheeth, on Wednesday.
In the letter, Atiku wrote:
“I am writing to formally resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect.
I sincerely appreciate the opportunities the party has given me. Serving two full terms as Vice President of Nigeria and twice as the party’s presidential candidate remain some of the most remarkable chapters of my life.
As one of the founding fathers of this great party, it is indeed painful to make this decision. However, I believe the current trajectory of the party no longer aligns with the principles we once shared. With irreconcilable differences now evident, I find it necessary to part ways.
I wish the party and its leadership well in the future, and I thank you once again for the support and trust over the years.”
The former Vice President lamented the deepening internal crises in the PDP, which he believes have diminished the party’s ability to compete effectively in upcoming elections.
Interestingly, his resignation comes after weeks of speculation about his political future. Earlier, Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, had dismissed reports of any defection, insisting that his principal remained a staunch and loyal PDP member.
At the time, Ibe described the rumours as “politically motivated falsehoods designed to mislead the public and create unnecessary confusion.”
He said in a statement:
“We ordinarily would not waste words on faceless social media platforms like the so‑called Adamawa Happenings. However, in response to inquiries from Nigerians and credible journalists, we must set the record straight:
His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria and presidential candidate of the PDP, has not—repeat, has not—resigned from the PDP. He remains a steadfast, bonafide, and loyal member of the party.
The rumours are a calculated attempt by desperate political operatives to misinform the public and sow discord among millions of Nigerians who look up to Atiku Abubakar for direction and leadership.”
Atiku’s resignation letter has now confirmed what many had suspected, signaling a major shake‑up in the country’s opposition politics as the race to 2027 gathers momentum.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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