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The Digest:

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing irreconcilable differences over the party’s direction. In a heartfelt letter, Atiku expressed his gratitude for his time in the party but emphasized that PDP no longer aligned with its foundational principles. His resignation follows the adoption of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) by opposition coalition leaders for the 2027 elections.

Key Points:
  • Atiku resigns from PDP, citing differences with the party's current trajectory.
  • Calls his decision “heartbreaking” but necessary for his political integrity.
  • Atiku has defected multiple times since 1999, shifting between major Nigerian political parties.
  • His resignation follows the adoption of ADC as the platform for the 2027 opposition coalition.

Atiku’s resignation marks another significant chapter in his long political journey, underscoring his complex relationship with the party he helped build. His departure signals deeper divisions within the Nigerian political landscape.

Sources: The Cable