By Adesakin Adefemi
Former Kano State Governor Senator Ibrahim Shekarau has formally resigned his membership ofr7 the Peoples Democratic Party, ending weeks of speculation about his political future. His resignation letter was dated 19 April 2026 and took effect immediately.
The letter was addressed to the PDP Chairman of Giginyu Ward in Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State. Shekarau stated that the decision followed extensive deliberations with his political group as they prepare to pursue their career on a different platform.
“Accept this letter please as notice of my resignation from my position as member of the Peoples Democratic Party with effect from today,” Shekarau wrote in the letter. He confirmed that the move was a product of wide consultations among his associates.
Shekarau explained that the exit was necessary to allow his movement to align with a new political party. “This decision follows wide and extensive deliberations within my political group, to pursue our political career in a different political party,” he stated.
He thanked the ward leadership for its support during his time in the party. “I thank you for being a good leader, and pray that Allah will continue to guide you in your stewardship,” he added in the letter.
Copies of the resignation were also sent to the Kano State PDP Chairman and the PDP Chairman of Nassarawa Local Government Area. The move ensures formal notification was given across all relevant structures of the party.
Shekarau’s resignation comes after months of uncertainty triggered by the PDP’s internal disputes. During a visit earlier in April by APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the former governor had hinted that his exit was imminent.
At that meeting, Shekarau described the PDP as severely affected by internal issues that had weakened its effectiveness. He told APC leaders that his group’s consultations were nearing completion and that all political options were being considered.
While he did not publicly name his next party, Shekarau stressed that his decisions are guided by what he calls a Kano First agenda. “My movement, alongside my Shura Council, supporters and associates, is based on a Kano First agenda. Anything that benefits Kano is where I stand,” he said.
