The Peoples’ Democratic Party [PDP] Chairman in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State and close associate of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Seun Adelore, has resigned his membership from the party.
Adelore,in his resignation letter, attributed the step a “deep-seated injustice within the party, a lack of reward for loyalty, and a growing departure from democratic principles.
In the letter , who was sighted on Sunday, Adelore alleged that the party was increasingly being run like a private enterprise by select factions in the state.
It was gathered that his resignation was connected with the alleged imposition of the Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Makinde, Folajimi Oyekunle, as the consensus candidate for the PDP in the upcoming Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election.The development came after other aspirants stepped down and pledged their full support to Oyekunle’s candidature. The consensus arrangement was reached at a high-level meeting with Makinde and the aspirants vying for the party ticket.
Political parties in the state are making efforts to produce the successor of Olaide Akinremi, the member of the House of Representatives on the platform of the the All Progressives Congress (APC) who died on July 10, 2024, in Abuja.
Adelore said his decision followed extensive consultations with his political base across the state and was guided by a commitment to personal integrity and democratic ideals.
“The PDP in this state is increasingly being run like a private enterprise by select factions, undermining the collective spirit and transparency that should define party politics.
He also decried “vindictiveness, high-handedness, and a disregard for human dignity” within the current administratioN. He lamented the erosion of core values and the growing culture of intolerance and imposition within the system.
“I write to formally tender my resignation as the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ibadan North Local Government, effective July 7, 2025. I also hereby withdraw my membership from the party.
“This decision was not made lightly. After deep personal reflection and wide consultation with my supporters, I have chosen to step aside in order to preserve my integrity and honour. Despite my significant contributions to the party since 2018 alongside other loyal members, which contributed to the success of the current administration, I have watched with deep concern as values have deteriorated within the party.
“Vindictiveness, authoritarian tendencies, and a lack of respect for human dignity have unfortunately become pervasive. As Niccolò Machiavelli observed, despots often mask cruelty with gestures of charity, while trampling those who helped bring them to power. This pattern has become evident in the state, where loyalty is often punished rather than appreciated.
“Over the past two years, I have witnessed a growing trend of imposition, intimidation, and disregard for democratic processes—practices that conflict with the foundational principles of the PDP. I can no longer lend my name and reputation to such contradictions.
“I am deeply grateful to my supporters, whose unwavering belief in my leadership has been humbling. It has been an honour to serve the party and contribute meaningfully to the progress of the state. I remain firmly committed to the ideals of true democracy and the genuine development of our state, not superficial accomplishments promoted by surrogates,” the resignation read.
The Acting Publicity Secretary of the party in the state , Michael Ogunsina, who confirmed the development said the party would engage him with a view to addressing his grievances.
”We will engage him and address his grievances. The window is still open. We also let our leader know about it”, he said.
