Former NNPP Ogun Gubernatorial Candidate Amb Ajadi Joins PDP

Table of Contents

• Resignation from NNPP
• Strategic Move to PDP
• Details of the Resignation Letter
• A Patriotic Decision
• Commitment to National Service

The 2023 governorship candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Ogun State, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has officially resigned from the party and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Oguntoyinbo characterized his transition to the PDP as “a strategic and patriotic step toward restoring Nigeria’s unity and hope.”

This announcement was made on Monday during a press conference where Ajadi formally presented copies of his resignation letter to journalists, marking his official departure from the NNPP and his alignment with the PDP.

In the letter, which was addressed to the Ward Chairman, the NNPP Chairman of Obafemi Owode Local Government, the Ogun State NNPP Chairman, the NNPP Southwest Chairman, and the National Chairman of the party, Ajadi expressed that his decision followed extensive contemplation regarding Nigeria’s political landscape and the need to engage in a broader platform capable of fostering genuine national transformation.

Ajadi stated: “My decision to join the Peoples Democratic Party is both strategic and patriotic.”

“I hold great respect for the NNPP and its principles, but at this juncture in Nigeria’s history, I believe the PDP provides a more expansive and robust platform for national reconciliation, youth empowerment, and authentic federalism.”

Ajadi, who was the NNPP governorship candidate in Ogun State during the 2023 general elections after stepping down as a presidential aspirant in solidarity with Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso—who later became the party’s presidential candidate—clarified that his departure from the NNPP was not motivated by hostility but rather by conviction and a renewed purpose.

“There is no animosity between me and my former party; I remain thankful for the opportunity to have served under its banner,” he said.

“However, as Nigeria continues to struggle with economic hardship, unemployment, and leadership challenges, it is essential for like-minded patriots to unite and restore trust in governance,” he added.

Ajadi remarked that Nigeria is at a pivotal moment, emphasizing the need for leaders who can listen to the populace.

“Nigeria is at a crossroads; we require leaders who can listen to the people and act selflessly. I am confident that my involvement in the PDP will bolster the party’s grassroots support and reignite hope among ordinary Nigerians,” he asserted.

Party officials in the Southwest described Ajadi’s defection as a “boost to the PDP’s democratic family,” commending his track record of integrity, youth mobilization, and social impact as valuable assets that will enhance the party’s vision.

Reiterating his commitment to national service, Ambassador Ajadi pledged to collaborate closely with PDP leaders at all levels to promote transparency, peace-building, and inclusive governance.

“This is not merely about party politics,” he emphasized. “It is about rekindling the faith of Nigerians in democracy and ensuring that our citizens begin to experience the true benefits of good governance.”