Former Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), blaming the party’s inability to provide effective leadership and governance.
In a resignation letter dated July 4, 2025, addressed to the PDP Ward 1 Chairman in Aiyetoro Gbede, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Melaye formally cut ties with the party. He also posted the letter on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday.
“I hereby tender my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party at all levels of involvement,” the letter reads.
“This decision has become imperative due to the lack of potency and capacity by the party to deliver the Nigerian people from the prevailing political cankerworms that have eaten deeply into the fabric of our dear nation.”
Melaye, who ran for governor of Kogi State in 2023 under the PDP, said his exit followed careful personal reflection on the party’s current direction.
“Having carefully reflected on the state of the party, I can no longer, in good conscience, participate in its activities or support its agenda,” he stated.
He emphasized that the resignation is total and immediate.
“In view of the above, please consider this my formal withdrawal from the party and all its activities at all levels with immediate effect.”
Melaye concluded by expressing gratitude for the chance to serve under the PDP.
“Thank you for the opportunity to serve under the platform during my period of membership.”
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