Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, the former deputy governor of Ekiti State during the administration of Ayodele Fayose has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Olusola-Eleka’s resignation from the PDP was contained in a letter addressed to the chairman of the party in Okeruku Ward 2 in Ikere-Ekiti, Ikere local government area of the state.
In the letter dated June 24, Olusola-Eleka said his decision to leave the PDP stems from the party’s inability to provide a platform for strong and credible opposition in the country.
He said the PDP has also failed to position itself and its leaders to function as an opposition party in Nigeria.
“I write to formally resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective today.
“My sincere appreciation goes to the party leadership at all levels, as well as to the numerous members and supporters who have stood by me over the years in Ekiti State and beyond, the letter read.
A two-time former deputy governor of Ekiti who served between 2014 and 2018, Olusola-Eleka also contested for the seat of governor in the 2018 gubernatorial election.
He also appreciated the PDP for providing him with the platform to serve the people of Ekiti and beyond.
“I remain deeply grateful for the trust and responsibilities vested in me. However, after deep consultations and reflection, I have concluded that the party has significantly derailed from the path of constructive opposition and credible leadership that once defined its identity. Consequently, I find it difficult to continue associating with the PDP in its current state.
“I wish the party success in its future endeavours”, he said.
The former deputy governor did not disclose his next line of action or the political party he will be joining.
However, sources and political associates of the former deputy governor said there is the likelihood that he would be joining the coalition party, the African Democratic Party (ADC).