In a surprising political twist, former Vice President of Nigeria and presidential candidate of the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has officially announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The unexpected move has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian political scene, triggering widespread speculation about his next steps.
Atiku made the announcement during a press briefing on Tuesday morning, citing a lack of internal democracy, unresolved party crises, and what he described as “a clear departure from the vision and values that once united the PDP.”
“After deep reflection and consultation with key stakeholders, I have made the difficult decision to resign my membership from the Peoples Democratic Party. I believe the party has strayed far from the ideals that once made it the hope of millions of Nigerians,” Atiku stated.
Atiku’s departure comes amid growing internal wrangling within the PDP, including long-standing disputes over zoning, leadership, and the direction of the party post-2023 elections. The former vice president, who has run for president five times under various political parties, now leaves behind a legacy of being one of PDP’s most influential figures.
Political analysts are already speculating that Atiku’s resignation could pave the way for the formation of a third-force coalition or even a dramatic return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) — the ruling party he once helped to build and later left.
Reactions have begun to pour in from both PDP loyalists and opposition figures, with many expressing shock and concern over the future of the party without one of its strongest pillars.
As the political landscape shifts once again, all eyes are now on Atiku’s next move, and what it could mean for Nigeria’s journey toward the 2027 general elections.
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