Why I Resigned From PDP – Former Minister, Osita Chdoka

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November 30, 2024
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Osita Chidoka, a former Minister of Aviation and ex-Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made this revelation during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday.

Chidoka stated that he is stepping away from politics to devote his time to his non-profit organization, the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership.

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The nonpartisan research institute aims to collaborate with other Nigerians committed to reforming the nation’s political system.

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“Earlier today, I sent a letter to my ward in Anambra State resigning officially from the PDP. I am leaving the PDP, I am leaving politic for some time, I am focusing on the Athena Centre,” Chidoka said on the programme.

“I will work in concert with other Nigerians who want us to reform the political system to bring evidence-based governance and to support it. So, effective today, I am no longer a member of the Peoples Democratic Party.”

In his resignation letter to the PDP Chairman of Obosi Ward in Anambra State, which he later shared with Channels Television, Chidoka expressed his gratitude to the party for the opportunities it provided him to serve the nation in various roles.

He reflected on his tenure with the party, noting that it was through the PDP that he rose to become the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and later a senior minister.

However, Chidoka stated that his current priorities lie with the Athena Centre, which demands his full attention. He emphasized that, to effectively lead this initiative, he must adopt a neutral position, free from any partisan affiliation.

See the full resignation letter below: