Breaking: Another PDP House of Reps Member Dumps Party

• House of Representatives member and former speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Marcus Onobun, has announced his resignation from the PDP
• Onobun thanked the PDP for giving him the platform to serve the people and contribute to nation-building, adding that the decision to move was a very tough one
• He reiterated his commitment to the service of the people and disclosed that discussions and consultations were ongoing on the next political move

Marcus Onobun, the House of Representatives member representing Esan Central/Esan West/ Igueben federal constituency, has resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

In a social media post on Friday morning, July 18, 2025, the lawmaker noted that he had served the people of his constituency and contributed to Nigeria's growth on the platform of the PDP.

Onobun, the former speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, added that leaving the leading opposition party was never an easy decision.

Why Edo lawmaker dumped the PDP

The lawmaker explained that his decision came after he had a "deep reflection‎‎ and wide consultations" with his supporters and leaders in the Igueben, Esan West and Esan East federal constituencies.

He explained that he had the conviction that it was time for him to take a bow and leave the PDP. He stressed that the move was "in pursuit of our shared vision for progress, inclusion, and effective representation."

He expressed his commitment to the service of his constituents as well as the development of the people. His statement:

"I will continue consultations and engage widely as we prepare to unveil the next chapter of this journey together. ‎I am grateful to the PDP for the opportunities it has given me, and most importantly, to the good people of my constituency for their unwavering support and trust."

See his full statement here:

Reps member dumps PDP after Atiku's move

Onobun's resignation from the PDP happened at a time when politicians are making alignment and realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.

While he did not announce his next political platform, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar-led coalition platform, African Democratic Congress (ADC), have been receiving defecting politicians recently.

This came barely 48 hours after Atiku dumped the PDP. The ex-vice president had claimed that his decision was influenced by irreconcilable differences and a divergence from the founding principles of the party.

He also announced his defection in a letter dated Monday, July 14, 2025 and addressed to the chairman of Jada 1 Ward in Jada local government area of Adamawa state. In the letter, Atiku said his resignation from the PDP was with immediate effect.

Obi says he remains in Labour Party

Legit.ng earlier reported that Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, explained that he would not be leaving the party, despite joining the coalition.

Obi maintained that he has been serious with his presidential ambition and that he will be joining the 2027 presidential race.

The Labour Party chieftain disclosed that he and other National Assembly members in the party are also in the coalition movement.

Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng