Former Governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

In a letter dated March 11, 2026, addressed to his ward chairman in Tambuwal/Shinfiri Ward, Tambuwal Local Government Area, Tambuwal communicated his decision to leave the PDP with immediate effect.

The former Speaker of the House of Representatives explained that his decision followed deep reflection and extensive consultations with political associates and supporters.

According to him, persistent internal crises, leadership disagreements, and growing divisions within the party had made it increasingly difficult for him to continue his membership.

Tambuwal, who represents Sokoto South Senatorial District, noted that the ongoing conflicts within the PDP had weakened the unity and direction that once defined the party.

He, however, expressed gratitude to the PDP for the opportunity it gave him to serve Nigeria in various capacities in both the legislative and executive arms of government.

Following his resignation, Tambuwal officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) alongside his associates and supporters.

He further stated that his decision was guided by his conviction that Nigeria requires a stronger political platform built on integrity, accountability, inclusiveness, and a clear commitment to national development.

Tambuwal also reaffirmed his commitment to the service of Nigeria and to the ideals of democracy, justice, and national unity.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking the removal of Senator David Mark as National Chairman and former Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, as National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik held that the case bordered on the internal affairs of a political party, a matter over which the court lacks jurisdiction.

The judge explained that political parties are voluntary associations, and issues relating to their membership or leadership must be resolved within the party’s internal structures.

Justice Abdulmalik noted that individuals dissatisfied with decisions or leadership within their political parties should make use of the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms. She added that such members also have the option of leaving the party and joining another if they remain dissatisfied.

According to the court, disputes concerning party membership and leadership are not justiciable, meaning they cannot be determined by the courts.

Based on this position, the court dismissed the suit challenging the leadership positions of Mark and Aregbesola in the ADC.

The Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, has announced that he is leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The former Governor of Bayelsa State made the announcement on Thursday during a media briefing in Abuja.

Dickson linked his decision to leave the PDP to what he described as irreconcilable differences within the former ruling party.

However, the lawmaker said the NDC, recently registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), would serve as the desired opposition party in the country. He urged Nigerians to identify with and register in the new party in the interest of a better Nigeria.

“Last week, INEC issued a certificate of registration, and we now have the newest party in Nigeria known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and our symbol is victory — the victory sign. So, my dear Nigerians, you now have a credible alternative opposition party known as the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

“Yes, it is coming at this time. We would have wished it started some years or months back. We don’t control INEC and its processes — they delayed. We also don’t control the judiciary. But thank God it has finally arrived,” Dickson said.

The senator, while narrating how rooted he is in opposition politics, recalled how he began his political career as a member of several opposition parties in the past, insisting that Nigeria cannot be a one-party state.

“This nation cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria cannot be a one-party state. Nigeria is not designed to be a one-party state. We are a very diverse nation culturally, religiously and politically, and that is the beauty of our country.

“So anyone or any party promoting one-party rule in Nigeria should remember that we build political parties and get involved in movements to access power for the good of the people, not for our personal benefit,” he said.

INEC last month announced the registration of two new political parties.

The parties are the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), bringing the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria to 21.

The announcement was made by INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with political party stakeholders for 2026. It was the first meeting with party leaders since Prof. Amupitan assumed office in October 2025.

According to Amupitan, the DLA successfully completed a rigorous verification process, while the NDC was registered in compliance with a Federal High Court order.