Olufemi Ajadi resigns from the NNPP and joins the PDP, calling it a strategic, patriotic step to rebuild Nigeria’s unity and restore national hope.
Olufemi Ajadi, a politician and businessman, has officially resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing his decision as “a strategic and patriotic step toward rebuilding Nigeria’s unity and hope.”
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Ajadi made the announcement on Monday during a press briefing, where he formally submitted copies of his resignation letter to journalists. The letter, addressed to the NNPP ward chairman, the party’s Ogun State leadership, and its national executives, was obtained by the Nigerian Tribune.
Explaining his defection, Ajadi said the move followed “deep reflection on Nigeria’s political trajectory and the need to operate within a broader platform capable of driving meaningful national transformation.”
“My decision to join the Peoples Democratic Party is both strategic and patriotic,” he stated. “I have great respect for the NNPP and what it stands for, but at this point in Nigeria’s history, I believe the PDP offers a wider and stronger platform for national reconciliation, youth empowerment, and true federalism.”
Ajadi, who contested the 2023 Ogun State governorship election under the NNPP after stepping down as a presidential aspirant in support of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, emphasised that his departure was guided by conviction rather than conflict.
“There is no bad blood between me and my former party,” he clarified. “I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served under its banner.
However, as Nigeria continues to grapple with economic hardship, unemployment, and leadership challenges, it is time for like-minded patriots to close ranks and rebuild trust in governance.”
The former NNPP stalwart expressed confidence that his defection would strengthen the PDP’s grassroots mobilisation and reawaken public confidence in the nation’s political process.
“This is not just about party politics,” Ajadi added. “It is about rekindling Nigerians’ faith in democracy and ensuring that our people feel the real dividends of good governance.”
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Ajadi pledged to work closely with PDP leaders at all levels to promote transparency, peace-building, and inclusive governance, reiterating his long-term commitment to national unity and public service.
