PDP reacts to APC Spokesman, Abdullahi’s resignation

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has reacted to the resignation of
Bolaji Abdullahi as the National Publicity Secretary of the All
Progressives Congress (APC).

We reported that Abdullahi on Wednesday defected from the APC a day
after Senate President, Bukola Saraki announced his resignation from
the party.

On why he defected from APC, Abdullahi wrote: "In the last few days, I
have had to endure the flagrant usurpation of my role as the spokesman
of the party in a manner that I consider unbefitting of a ruling party
and inconsistent with my ethical standards.

"I have served the APC honestly and to the best of my ability and when
I stood for and won my election at the last convention, it was a keen
desire to continue to do so.

"However, in a situation whereby my loyalty is constantly brought into
question; my subordinates deployed to subvert my office; and my views
constantly second-guessed on the basis of my political affiliation, it
has become imperative for me to review my position."

Reacting, PDP Spokesman, Kola Olognondiyan congratulated his
counterpart, Abdullahi on his resignation.

He said Abdullahi's decision was good for democracy.

In a tweet on his verified Twitter page, he wrote, "I want to use this
medium to congratulate my brother and colleague Mal. Bolaji Abdullahi
for seeing the light.

"Your decision to quit the APC is a welcome idea and good for
democracy. Welcome to PDP."

Abdullahi's defection is coming after Senate President, Bukola Saraki
and Kwara State Governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed on Wednesday announced
their exit from the ruling party.