Ondo ex-Gov Mimiko dumps PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria has seen another prominent figure depart, with former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko officially tendering his resignation. Mimiko, who served as governor between 2009 and 2016, communicated his decision in a letter to the PDP chairman in Ward 7 of Ondo West Local Government Area. His departure, effective April 10, 2026, comes after a period of perceived distance from active party politics.

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I am tendering my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective from April 10, 2026.

In his resignation letter, Mimiko stated that "speculations and inquiries about my membership status have made it necessary for me to clarify my position." He further clarified, "As I have been somewhat distanced from party activities, I wish to put it on record that I am no longer a member of the PDP." The former governor emphasized that the decision was made "without animosity toward anyone."

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Speculations and inquiries about my membership status have made it necessary for me to clarify my position.

While Mimiko's move signals a potential shift in the political landscape of Ondo State, the article notes that it is not yet officially stated whether he will align with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). This uncertainty leaves political observers in Nigeria to speculate on his next move and its implications for the state's political dynamics.

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As I have been somewhat distanced from party activities, I wish to put it on record that I am no longer a member of the PDP.