The political landscape in Bauchi State has recorded another major shift as Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, who represents Bauchi Central Senatorial District, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), bringing an end to over two decades of membership in the party.

According to reports, Ningi communicated his resignation in a formal letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ningi Ward in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State.

In the letter, the senator said his decision came after extensive consultations with stakeholders, political associates, and supporters across his constituency.

A Longstanding Political Journey Comes to a Turning Point

Ningi’s exit marks the end of a political journey that began in 1998, when he joined the PDP during its formative years. Over the years, he rose through the ranks of the party and became one of its long-serving legislators.

He previously served two terms in the House of Representatives before moving on to the Senate, where he also completed two terms under the PDP platform.

Reflecting on the party’s evolution, Ningi described the PDP as once being “the largest political party in Africa,” noting its early reputation for ideological strength, internal unity, and democratic structure that supported participatory governance.

However, he expressed concern that the party’s fortunes had changed over time.

“A Ramshackle Organisation” — Ningi’s Criticism of PDP’s Internal Crisis

In his resignation letter, the senator pointed to deepening internal divisions within the party as a key reason for his departure.

He lamented what he described as persistent leadership crises and factional struggles, which he said had weakened the PDP’s structure and overall cohesion.

According to him:

“It is now a great concern and worrisome to me that this virile and united platform could be turned into a ramshackle organisation with internal leadership wrangling and factional interests.”

His remarks reflect ongoing tensions within the PDP, which has in recent years faced repeated internal disputes, defections, and leadership battles across different levels of the party.

A Difficult Political Decision

Ningi described his exit as one of the most difficult decisions of his political career, emphasizing the role the PDP played in shaping his public service journey.

He acknowledged that the party provided him with the platform to serve both his constituency and the nation in various capacities, and expressed appreciation to party leaders who supported him throughout his political rise.

Despite his departure, he maintained a respectful tone toward the party’s leadership and structure.

What His Exit Signals

Senator Ningi’s resignation adds to the growing list of high-profile political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, as politicians reassess their affiliations amid shifting alliances and internal party tensions.

While he did not disclose his next political destination in the letter, his exit is expected to spark further speculation about his future moves within Nigeria’s evolving political space.

For now, his departure underscores a broader reality in Nigerian politics — that long-standing party loyalty is increasingly being tested by internal fractures and changing political calculations as 2027 approaches.