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Ex-FCT Minister Jumoke Akinjide resigns from PDP after two decades
A former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Jumoke Akinjide, has resigned her membership of the Peoples Democratic Party after over two decades in the party.
Akinjide conveyed her decision in a letter dated Monday and addressed to the Ward 1 Chairman of the PDP in Ona-Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State, stating that the move followed “a long period of personal reflection.”
“This decision was not taken lightly, given the fact that I have been a member of the party since 2001,” she wrote, adding that her resignation takes immediate effect.
She expressed appreciation to the party for the opportunities it provided, noting that she valued the experiences and relationships built during her time as a member. She also wished the party success in its future endeavours.
A close associate, Kehinde Olaosebikan, confirmed the development, describing it as a personal decision by the former minister.
Akinjide served as Minister of State for the FCT between 2011 and 2015 under former President Goodluck Jonathan. She also briefly held the position of Supervising Minister for Police Affairs in 2014.
Prior to her ministerial roles, she served as Special Assistant to the President on FCT Matters and later on G77 Affairs and Nigerians in the Diaspora between 2001 and 2003.
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