Yusuf Dingyadi, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially resigned from his position.
In a resignation letter dated June 25, 2025, addressed to PDP Acting National Chairman Ambassador Iliya Damagum and shared with the press on Sunday, Dingyadi expressed gratitude to the party leadership for the chance to serve over the past three years.
“I am thankful for the support and prayers from the PDP family throughout my tenure and remain appreciative of the collective efforts that ensured the success of my assignment,” he wrote.
Dingyadi has been instrumental in articulating the party’s position during periods of political unrest and internal disputes.
He was a frequent presence on radio, television, and print media, consistently defending PDP policies, explaining party developments, and promoting unity within the party ranks.
While he did not disclose specific reasons for his resignation, his departure marks the end of a pivotal chapter for the PDP’s media office one characterized by strategic communication, active political engagement, and campaign management.
A veteran journalist with over 20 years of experience, Dingyadi’s career includes work with prominent media outlets such as Reporter/Nasiha and BBC Hausa.
His political media involvement spans several election campaigns, including Obasanjo/Atiku (1999, 2003), Goodluck Jonathan/Namadi Sambo (2011), and Atiku Abubakar/Ifeanyi Okowa (2023).
He has also been part of the media team for the late Minister of Communications Arzika Tambuwal and actively engaged in political organizations like the People’s Front, Social Democratic Party, Democratic People’s Party, and served under former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal.
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