Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tambuwal announced the decision in a statement shared on 𝕏 in the early hours of Thursday, citing the PDP’s prolonged internal crisis, leadership disagreements, and deepening divisions as the main reasons for his exit.
The former House of Representatives of Nigeria Speaker said he had formally communicated his resignation in writing to his ward chairman before officially registering with the ADC alongside his political 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 stated.
While acknowledging the role the PDP played in shaping his political career — including his tenure as Speaker of the House of Representatives and his two terms as governor of Sokoto State — Tambuwal said the party’s worsening internal situation made it difficult for him to remain.
“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 why he chose the ADC as his new political platform, Tambuwal noted that he believes the party offers a stronger foundation for democratic progress in Nigeria.
“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 added, reaffirming his commitment to democracy, justice and national unity.
Tambuwal’s defection comes amid growing tensions within the PDP, with factions reportedly aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and those loyal to Kabiru Turaki locked in a struggle for control of the party.
