Breaking: Fayose’s Ex-Deputy Gov Dumps PDP, Gives Reason
- In a dramatic twist, a former deputy governor of Ekiti state, Professor Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state
- In a copy of his resignation letter made available to the press on Thursday, July 24, Olusoka-Eleka cited one major reason for leaving the PDP in Ekiti state
- Ahead of the 2027 elections, multiple sources within his political family disclosed the next party Olusoka-Eleka may join
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.
A former deputy governor of Ekiti state, Professor Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state.
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Olusola-Eleka revealed this in a letter dated July 24, addressed to the Okeruku Ward 2 chairman in Ikere-Ekiti, Ikere Local Government Area of the state.
The ex-deputy governor hinged his decision on the party’s failure to provide a platform for credible opposition and leadership in the country.
As reported by The Nation, Olusola-Eleka, served as the deputy governor between 2014 and 2018 under the former governor Ayodele Fayose-led administration.
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Part of the resignation letter reads:
“I remain deeply grateful for the trust and responsibilities vested in me. However, after deep consultations and reflection, I have concluded that the party has significantly derailed from the path of constructive opposition and credible leadership that once defined its identity. Consequently, I find it difficult to continue associating with the PDP in its current state,” it added.
Olusoka-Eleka may join ADC - Sources
Although Olusoka-Eleka did not disclose his next political destination, but multiple sources within his political family revealed he may join the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Atiku finally dumps PDP
Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that former vice president Atiku Abubakar announced his resignation from the PDP.
Atiku, who twice flew the PDP’s presidential flag in 2019 and 2023, formally notified his ward chairman in Adamawa state of his exit on July 16, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences and accusing the party of drifting away from its founding ideals.
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Defection: Ortom rejects Atiku's coalition
In another development, Legit.ng reported that the immediate past governor of Benue state, Samuel Ortom, said he will not be joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Ortom, during an interview on Channels TV Politics Today, on Monday, July 21, asserted that while others are free to associate with any coalition, he remains a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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