Ex-FCT Minister Jumoke Akinjide dumps PDP
Oloye Jumoke Akinjide, a former minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and prominent member, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo. Her resignation letter, addressed to the
Oloye Jumoke Akinjide, a former minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and prominent member, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo.
Her resignation letter, addressed to the Chairman, Ward 1, Ona Ara local government area of Oyo State, dated March 30th, 2026, is with immediate effect.
According to the chieftain in the letter, the decision was not taken lightly, given the fact that she has been a member of the party since 2001.
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The letter, a copy of which was sighted by The Nation, reads in part, "I hereby formally give you notice of my resignation as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately.
"The decision was not taken lightly, given the fact that I have been a member of the party since 2001.
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"I came to this difficult decision after a long period of personal reflection.
"I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a member of the party and the experiences and relationships built during my time as a member of the party.
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"I appreciate the platform provided for political office and engagement, and I wish the party success in the future."
Unconfirmed sources said the former minister is already in talks with the top echelon of the All Progressives Congress as her next point of call.
The Nation reports that the former Minister has been away from political activities since the coming of the current political leadership in the state.
