Atiku expressed deep gratitude to the party for the opportunities it had afforded him but lamented what he described as the party’s departure from its founding principles.
By Deborah Hassan
365Daily – Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has formally resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), marking what could be a major turning point in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He is one of the frontline politicians in the coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
In a letter dated July 14, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP in Jada 1 Ward, Adamawa State, Atiku expressed deep gratitude to the party for the opportunities it had afforded him but lamented what he described as the party’s departure from its founding principles.
“I am writing to formally resign my membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect,” Atiku stated in the letter.
He went on to highlight his long-standing relationship with the party, recalling his service as Vice President under the PDP administration for two terms between 1999 and 2007, and his multiple presidential bids under the same platform.
“Serving two full terms as Vice President of Nigeria and being a Presidential candidate twice has been one of the most significant chapters of my life. As a founding father of this esteemed Party, it is indeed heartbreaking for me to make this decision,” he wrote.
Atiku, who is considered one of PDP’s most prominent figures and financiers, said the decision to leave was driven by what he believes to be a deviation from the party’s founding ideals.
“I find it necessary to part ways due to the current trajectory the Party has taken, which I believe diverges from the foundational principles we stood for. It is with a heavy heart that I resign, recognizing the irreconcilable differences that have emerged,” he added.
The letter, acknowledged by the party ward chairman on the same day, has already begun to stir reactions across the political spectrum, with analysts speculating that he is heading to the ADC in preparation for the 2027 elections.
Atiku wished the PDP and its leaders well in its future endeavours, adding, “Thank you once again for the opportunities and support.”
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