Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has officially resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a resignation letter dated July 14, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP Jada 1 Ward in Adamawa State, Atiku cited irreconcilable differences with the party’s current direction as the reason for his departure.
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He described the decision as “heartbreaking,” noting his long-standing role as a founding member of the party and his previous candidacies for the presidency under the PDP banner.
“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,” Atiku wrote. “It is with a heavy heart that I resign, recognizing the irreconcilable differences that have emerged.”
Atiku also expressed deep appreciation for the opportunities he received from the PDP, including his two terms as Vice President and two presidential candidacies, calling them some of the most significant chapters of his political life.
