Former Speaker of the House of Representatives and ex-Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tambuwal announced his defection in a statement posted on X in the early hours of Thursday, saying the decision followed persistent internal crises, leadership disagreements and deepening divisions within the PDP.
He confirmed that he had formally communicated his resignation in writing to his ward chairman before joining the ADC alongside his associates and 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,” he said.
Tambuwal acknowledged the role the PDP played in his political career, which included serving as Speaker of the House of Representatives and completing two terms as governor of Sokoto State.
However, he said the party’s internal challenges had made it increasingly difficult for him to remain a member.
“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 said.
Explaining his decision to join the ADC, Tambuwal said he believes the party provides a stronger platform for democratic progress 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 said.
Tambuwal’s defection comes amid a wave of high-profile moves to the ADC, including that of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, as political realignments intensify ahead of the next electoral cycle.
