BREAKING: Peter Obi dumps PDP
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Before his resignation, Obi was one of the main opposition party’s presidential aspirants ahead of their primary election on Sunday.
Obi announced his resignation in a letter he wrote to PDP National Chairman, Senator Iyorchia Ayu.
According to him, his resignation from the PDP became effective last week Friday.
He said: “Recent developments within our party make it practically impossible to continue participating and making such constructive contributions.
“I am writing to intimate you of my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which was conveyed to the Chairman of Agulu Ward 2. Anaocha LGA Anambra, effective Friday 20 May, 2022. Consequently, I am by this letter informing you of my withdrawal for the PDP Presidential Primaries.
“It has been a great honour to contribute to nation-building efforts through our party. Unfortunately, recent developments within our party make it practically impossible to continue participating and making such constructive contributions.
“Our national challenges are deep-seated and require that we each make profound sacrifices towards rescuing our country. My commitment to rescuing Nigeria remains firm, even if the route differs.
“I wish to thank you personally for your graciousness and leadership. I wish you well and best of luck in the service of country.”
Obi’s resignation from the PDP might not be unconnected with the party’s decision to not listen to agitations to zone the presidency to the South East.
