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Ex-Sokoto Gov, Aminu Tambuwal dumps PDP, joins ADC
Tambuwal’s move is the latest in a series of high-profile defections reshaping Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and ex-Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tambuwal cited the PDP’s persistent internal crisis, leadership disagreements and deepening divisions as the reasons behind his decision to leave the party.
The former governor announced his defection in a statement posted on X in the early hours of Thursday, confirming that he had formally communicated his resignation in writing to his ward chairman before joining the ADC alongside his supporters.
“Today, after deep reflection and consultations, I have formally resigned my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party, and I have communicated my resignation to my ward chairman in writing,” Tambuwal said.
While acknowledging the PDP’s role in shaping his political career — including his tenure as Speaker of the House of Representatives and two terms as Governor of Sokoto State — Tambuwal said the party’s internal challenges had made continued membership difficult.
“The persistent internal crisis, leadership disagreements, and growing divisions within the PDP have made it increasingly difficult to continue my membership of the party. These developments have unfortunately weakened the unity and direction that once defined the party and have necessitated this decision,” he added.
Explaining his move to the ADC, Tambuwal said he believes the party offers a stronger platform capable of advancing democratic values and national development.
“I am convinced that this decision is guided by my belief that Nigeria needs a stronger political platform built on integrity, accountability, inclusiveness and a clear commitment to national development,” he stated.
Tambuwal reaffirmed his commitment to democracy, justice and national unity.
His defection comes amid a wave of high-profile political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the ADC increasingly positioning itself as a key opposition platform following the recent defection of former presidential candidate Peter Obi.
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