Veteran journalist and former presidential aspirant, Chief Dele Momodu, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
His decision, which he described as necessary and inevitable, was shared in a letter dated July 17, 2025.
The letter, addressed to the PDP Ward 4 Chairman in Ihievbe, Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, confirmed his exit.
This development comes just as political realignments begin to shape the road to the 2027 general elections.
Momodu, publisher of Ovation International and a notable voice in both journalism and politics, cited internal and external interference in his former party as his reason for leaving.
According to him, “Our party has been unarguably hijacked by antidemocratic forces, from within and outside, in broad daylight.”
He further explained that he could not remain in a structure that no longer represented true democratic values.
“It is therefore honorable to abandon the carcass of the party to them,” he stated, “while the majority of us earnestly sign up with the new coalition party known as the African Democratic Congress (ADC).”
The PDP, once one of the dominant political parties in Nigeria, now faces yet another major loss.
Meanwhile, Momodu’s decision has added momentum to the growing popularity of the ADC, which has been welcoming dissatisfied members from across various political platforms.
Many members have been silently expressing frustration over recent leadership decisions and lack of clear direction ahead of 2027.
In addition, Momodu acknowledged the support he received at the grassroots level.
He expressed deep appreciation to the PDP ward leadership for standing by him during his time in the party.
His respectful tone toward his former colleagues contrasts sharply with the tough message aimed at the party’s current leadership.
Furthermore, the ADC’s growing reputation as a coalition of like minds may become even more appealing in the coming months.
The coming months will determine whether the ADC can sustain this momentum and emerge as a strong contender.
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