The lawmaker representing Kankara/Faskari/Sabua Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Jamilu Muhammad, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Naijaonpoint reports that Muhammad cited deep-rooted disunity, internal sabotage, and the party’s failure to provide meaningful opposition to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of his Faskari ward in Katsina, the lawmaker said his decision followed “deep reflection and wide consultation.”
In his resignation letter dated July 2025, Jamilu expressed disappointment in the PDP’s direction and what he described as its departure from the ideals needed to tackle Nigeria’s current challenges.
The letter reads, “I write to formally tender my resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately.
“This decision did not come lightly, but after deep reflection and wide consultation, it has become clear to me that the party no longer represents the type of focused, credible, and united opposition that Nigeria so desperately needs at this critical time.”
The federal lawmaker took aim at the party’s lack of coordination and failure to stand firm during key national moments, including a recent re-run election in his constituency.
“Among my major concerns is the increasing lack of active and coordinated opposition from the PDP, especially in moments when strong and principled voices are most needed to check the ruling party and defend the interests of the Nigerian people,” he said.
Jamilu also criticised some PDP members for what he described as visible anti-party activities during the Kankara/Faskari/Sabua re-run election.
“More disappointing was the visible anti-party activities by some members of the PDP during the re-run election, which further weakened our common front and exposed cracks that have remained unaddressed,” he lamented.
Looking ahead, Jamilu hinted at his next political move, joining forces with like-minded Nigerians across party lines to build a new political front.
He said, “In view of this, I believe it is time to align with like minds across political divides to build a formidable coalition that will give Nigerians a real alternative, one that is built on justice, progress, and unity of purpose.
“It is time to move beyond party interests and fight for the future of our dear country.”
Jamilu, however, expressed appreciation for the platform the PDP gave him, saying, “I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served under the PDP and for the relationships built over the years.”
He concluded by stating his commitment to working with others who share his vision for “a better, more inclusive Nigeria.”