The internal crises within the Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a new twist as its suspended Secretary, Sa’idu Adamu, has officially resigned from the party.
Adamu’s exit was confirmed through a statement he personally released to journalists on Monday in Kaduna, marking the latest blow to a party already grappling with mounting internal divisions.
In the statement, the former lawmaker and one-time Commissioner for Information in the state said his decision to part ways with the PDP was not taken lightly.
According to him, the party had “drifted too far from the ideals and values” that once inspired his commitment.
“The persistent crises within our party, the erosion of internal democracy, and the glaring factionalisation have crippled our unity, destroyed trust, and rendered meaningful political engagement impossible,” he said.
Adamu added that his resignation was the result of extensive consultations with family, close political associates, and loyal supporters who shared his growing frustration over what he described as a “deteriorating political culture.”
He emphasised that his decision was not driven by personal gain but by the need to uphold political integrity:
“I have an earnest desire to operate in a political environment that upholds fairness, values loyalty, and promotes genuine service to the people of Kaduna State,” Adamu stated.
While he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve under the PDP over the years, he described the current state of the party as “toxic and counterproductive”, saying it left him no choice but to step away.
His departure follows his suspension from the party earlier this month. On October 7, 2025, PDP’s Kaduna chapter announced Adamu’s suspension over what it described as “gross misconduct and anti-party activities.”
In a statement issued by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Maria Dogo, the suspension was said to be in line with Articles 58(1)(h) and 57(3) of the PDP Constitution (2017, as amended).
“The decision was reached on Monday, Oct. 6, during a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) held at the party’s secretariat in Kaduna,” Dogo explained.
She added that the suspension, which was to last one month pending further investigation, also barred Adamu from all party activities at any level.
Despite this, Adamu insists that his exit is not retaliatory, but rather a principled stand against what he sees as a breakdown of values within the party.
Meanwhile, the PDP leadership in Kaduna maintains that efforts are ongoing to stabilise the party and reinforce internal discipline. Dogo reiterated the commitment of the SWC, under the leadership of Edward Percy Masha, to transparency, fairness, and accountability.
Adamu’s resignation adds to the growing list of senior party members who have either left the PDP or become inactive, citing concerns over internal conflict, weakened leadership, and defection of experienced politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
As Kaduna’s PDP faces this latest setback, political watchers will be keen to see what next steps Adamu and his allies may take — and whether more high-profile exits will follow.
