Dele Momodu Resigns From PDP, Joins ADC In Major Political Shift.
Veteran journalist and prominent political figure, Chief Dele Momodu, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), marking a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape. The publisher of Ovation Magazine and former presidential aspirant cited the party’s takeover by “anti-democratic forces” as the primary reason for his departure, describing the PDP as a “carcass” that no longer aligns with its foundational principles.
In a heartfelt resignation letter addressed to his Ward Chairman, Momodu expressed disappointment over the internal collapse of the PDP, which he believes has been hijacked by elements opposed to democratic values. “It is with a heavy heart that I resign, recognising the irreconcilable differences that have emerged,” he wrote, thanking the party’s leadership for their support during his time. His decision follows a similar move by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who also recently exited the PDP, citing similar concerns about the party’s direction.
Momodu, a long-standing PDP chieftain, has now thrown his weight behind the African Democratic Congress (ADC), formally joining the opposition coalition. In a statement to the press, he described the ADC as a revitalising force for Nigeria’s democracy, expressing optimism about its potential to challenge the dominance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election. “My soul has left the PDP,” Momodu declared during a recent appearance on Arise TV, reaffirming his commitment to the ADC coalition, which he believes surpasses the coalition that brought former President Muhammadu Buhari to power in 2015.
The media mogul’s resignation comes amid growing tensions within the PDP, particularly involving the influence of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Momodu has been vocal in his criticism of Wike, accusing him of undermining the party’s democratic processes. In recent weeks, he alleged that Wike paid $30,000 per delegate during the PDP’s 2022 presidential primaries, a claim that has further strained their once-cordial relationship. “Wike and his cronies can now take over fully,” Momodu remarked, suggesting that many PDP loyalists are abandoning the party due to its internal crises.
Momodu’s move to the ADC is seen as a strategic step to bolster the opposition’s efforts to present a united front ahead of the 2027 elections. He has endorsed the coalition’s vision. Political analysts suggest that Momodu’s high-profile defection, alongside Atiku’s, could galvanise support for the ADC and reshape Nigeria’s political dynamics.
Expressing gratitude to his former party, Momodu concluded his resignation letter with a note of appreciation: “I will forever treasure the kind support you gave me at all times.” However, he made it clear that his decision to leave is “immediate and irrevocable,” signalling a definitive end to his decades-long association with the PDP.
As Nigeria gears up for a critical electoral cycle, Momodu’s defection underscores the growing discontent within the PDP and the potential for new political alliances to challenge the status quo. The ADC, with its expanding coalition, is poised to capitalise on this momentum, and all eyes will be on how Momodu’s influence shapes its trajectory in the coming months.
