Table of Contents
- Resignation of Ahmed Makarfi
- Reasons for Resignation
- Previous Attempt to Resign
- Intervention from Leadership
- Guiding Principle
A former governor of Kaduna State and Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi, has stepped down from his position.
In his resignation letter dated November 17, 2025, addressed to the PDP BoT Chairman, Adolphus Wabara, the former governor cited concerns regarding zoning and the appointment of a new National Chairman from his geopolitical zone as reasons for his departure.
This decision comes two months after he first attempted to resign via the PDP BoT WhatsApp platform.
He noted that he had temporarily paused this action due to the intervention of the BoT leadership.
“You may recall that about two months ago, I had resigned as Secretary of the Board and posted the same on the Board’s WhatsApp platform,” Makarfi mentioned in the letter on Monday.
Makarfi further emphasized that Wabara intervened, requesting him to remain in his position until the conclusion of the PDP’s national convention.
The former governor of Kaduna State reiterated that his decision was based on a long-standing belief that both the BoT Secretary and the National Chairman of the party should not come from the same geopolitical zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Ahmed Makarfi resign from his position?
Ahmed Makarfi resigned due to concerns about zoning and the emergence of a new National Chairman from his geopolitical zone.
What prompted Makarfi's initial attempt to resign?
His initial attempt to resign was motivated by similar concerns regarding the leadership structure within the PDP.
What was the response from the PDP leadership regarding his resignation?
The PDP leadership, particularly Wabara, intervened and requested Makarfi to stay on until the national convention concluded.
What principle guided Makarfi's decision to resign?
Makarfi's decision was guided by his belief that the BoT Secretary and the National Chairman should not come from the same geopolitical zone.
