Former Kano State Governor and Senator Ibrahim Shekarau has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), submitting a resignation letter on April 19, 2026. The letter, addressed to the PDP Chairman of Giginyu Ward in Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, stated that his membership in the party ended immediately. "Accept this letter please as notice of my resignation from my position as member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with effect from today," Shekarau wrote. He attributed the decision to extensive consultations within his political circle, indicating plans to join another political party. "This decision follows wide and extensive deliberations within my political group, to pursue our political career in a different political party," he said. Shekarau expressed gratitude to the ward-level leadership, describing the chairman as a good leader and praying for divine guidance in his role. The letter was copied to the Kano State PDP Chairman and the PDP Chairman of Nassarawa Local Government Area, confirming the formal nature of the notification. No details were provided about which party Shekarau may be joining, nor were any specific grievances against the PDP outlined in the letter. His next political move is expected to be announced in due course.
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