Former FCT senator Aduda resigns from PDP
By Jeffrey Agbo
Former senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Philip Aduda, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a letter dated March 17, 2026, and addressed to the chairman of the PDP in Karu Ward, Abuja, Aduda cited ongoing crises within the party as the reason behind his decision.
The ex-lawmaker said his resignation took effect immediately.
“I write to formally notify you of my resignation as a member of the People’s Democratic Party with immediate effect due to the crisis in the party,” the letter read.
“I remain grateful for the opportunity the party gave me to serve in various elective positions in our nation.
“Please, accept the assurances of my high esteem.”
Aduda’s departure adds to a growing wave of defections that have reshaped the Senate.
Recently, three PDP senators — Amos Yohanna (Adamawa North), Aminu Iyal Abbas (Adamawa Central), and Ikra Aliyu Bilbis (Zamfara North) — joined the ruling All Progressives Congress, strengthening the APC’s hold with 84 senators. These moves have reduced the PDP’s Senate representation from 17 to 14 members.
Meanwhile, five PDP senators have also moved to the African Democratic Congress, which now stands as the main opposition in the Senate with nine members.
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