Oyo PDP Chairman Resigns Over Party's Violation of Democratic Principles

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Seun Adelore, the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, has formally resigned his membership from the party. Adelore cited a "deep-seated injustice within the party, a lack of reward for loyalty, and a growing departure from democratic principles" as reasons for his resignation. He alleged that the party is being run like a private enterprise by select factions, undermining the collective spirit and transparency that should define party politics.

Key Takeaways:

  • Adelore resigned as PDP Chairman due to alleged "deep-seated injustice within the party, a lack of reward for loyalty, and a growing departure from democratic principles."
  • Adelore alleged that the party is being run like a private enterprise by select factions, undermining collective spirit and transparency.
  • His resignation was reportedly not unconnected with the alleged imposition of Folajimi Oyekunle as the consensus candidate for the PDP in the upcoming Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election.
  • Adelore lamented "vindictiveness, high-handedness, and a disregard for human dignity" within the current administration.
  • He also decried the erosion of core values and the growing culture of intolerance and imposition within the system.
  • His resignation letter cited Niccola Machiavelli's observation that despots often mask cruelty with gestures of charity while trampling those who helped bring them to power.
  • Adelore expressed gratitude to his supporters and committed to the ideals of true democracy and the genuine development of the state.
  • Other aspirants vying for the party ticket stepped down and pledged their full support to Oyekunle's candidacy.

Statistics:

  • July 7, 2025: The effective date of Adelore's resignation as PDP Chairman.
  • July 10, 2024: The date of death of late Olaide Akinremi, a two-term member of the House of Representatives under the All Progressives Congress.
  • 2018: The year Adelore started contributing significantly to the party.

Sources:

  • Punch Online
  • Seun Adelore's resignation letter