Breaking: Another Powerful PDP Chieftain Dumps Party, Announces Next Move
- Dr Aondoaseer Gbe Benjamin Orduen resigned from the PDP, citing internal crises and a misalignment with his values
- He expressed gratitude to the party for previous opportunities, but said its current leadership direction forced his decision
- Orduen confirmed he is joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a major defection from the PDP
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FCT, Abuja - A prominent chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Dr Aondoaseer Gbe Benjamin Orduen, has officially resigned from the party, citing internal crises and a departure from his values as reasons for his decision.
In a letter addressed to the party on Thursday, July 31, cited by Legit.ng, Dr. Orduen said his resignation takes effect immediately, marking the end of his longstanding affiliation with the PDP.
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“I write to formally tender my resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect,” he declared.
Orduen: PDP's direction no longer aligns with his values
Despite his departure, Dr Orduen expressed gratitude for the platform the PDP gave him in the past, particularly when he contested for a House of Representatives ticket.
“The PDP has given me a platform upon which I aspired to contest for the House of Representatives ticket, and for that opportunity, I remain profoundly grateful,” he said.
However, he noted that the party’s leadership style and the deepening crisis within its ranks have become too difficult for him to overlook.
“Recent developments and the prevailing posture of the leadership at various levels have made it increasingly difficult for me to align with the direction in which the party is headed,” Ordue explained.
Orduen says resignation driven by integrity and public service
The former PDP chieftain added that the decision was not taken lightly but was necessary to remain true to his principles.
“My decision to resign is borne out of a sincere desire to remain true to my values, my people, and my vision for effective representation and service,” he stated.
He assured his supporters that although he is leaving the PDP, he remains fully committed to democracy and the development of the people.
“While I am moving on from the PDP, my commitment to the ideals of democracy, development, and the collective progress of our people remains unwavering.”
Orduen moves to ADC
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While speaking with Legit.ng on Friday, August 1, via a phone call, Orduen said that he would be joining the ADC.
His words:
"I will be joining the ADC"
His exit marks yet another high-profile defection from the PDP in recent times, sparking speculation about his future political alignment.
Dino Melaye dumps PDP
Legit.ng earlier reported that Senator Dino Melaye, a former federal lawmaker and governorship candidate in Kogi state, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ending months of speculation about his political future.
The announcement was contained in a signed letter addressed to the PDP chairman of Ward 1, Aiyetoro Gbede in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi state.
The statement was shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, where he expressed disappointment in the party’s inability to address Nigeria’s growing challenges, saying the PDP had lost its strength and capacity to bring meaningful change.
Source: Legit.ng
