Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing his decision as “heartbreaking” but inevitable given the party’s current direction.
Atiku, in a resignation letter dated July 14, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Chairman of his Ward in Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State, stated that the PDP has drifted away from its founding principles. He lamented what he described as “irreconcilable differences” within the party.
The letter, personally signed by Atiku, reads: “I am writing to formally resign my membership from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect.
“I would like to take this opportunity to express my profound gratitude for the opportunities I have been given by the Party.
“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.”
He further expressed deep regret over his decision, blaming it on the trajectory the party has taken. “However, 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. I wish the Party and its leadership all the best in the future. Thank you once again for the opportunities and support.”
Atiku, who is now a key figure in an emerging opposition coalition, concluded: “As a founding father of this esteemed Party, it is indeed heartbreaking for me to make this decision.”
