By peace Udugba
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately.
The resignation, detailed in a letter dated November 4, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Chairman of Sagba/Abogunde Ward 2 in Ede, Osun State, cites the ongoing national leadership crisis within the party as the reason for his decision.
In the letter, Governor Adeleke expressed gratitude to the PDP for the opportunities it provided him, including his elections as Senator representing Osun West and as Governor of Osun State under the party’s platform.
The letter reads:
“Due to the current crisis in the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), I hereby resign my membership of the PDP with immediate effect.
“I thank the Peoples Democratic Party for the opportunities granted me to serve as a Senator (representing Osun West) and as Governor of Osun State under its platform.”
The letter was acknowledged by the ward chairman on the same day.
Governor Adeleke’s resignation comes amid deepening internal strife within the PDP, which has led to the postponement of key party activities, including the Osun State governorship primaries originally scheduled for December 2, 2025.
This development marks a significant shift in Osun State’s political landscape, leaving questions about the governor’s next political move. The PDP is yet to issue an official response.
