A former governor of Kaduna State, Ahmed Makarfi, has resigned as Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. In a letter dated November 17, 2025, addressed to the PDP BoT Chairman, Adolphus Wabara, Makarfi cited concerns over zoning and the emergence of a new National Chairman from his geopolitical zone as reasons for his decision.
According to the letter, Makarfi had initially attempted to quit the role two months prior, posting his resignation on the PDP BoT WhatsApp platform. However, he temporarily suspended his action after the BoT leadership intervened, with Wabara asking him to stay on pending the conclusion of the PDP’s national convention.
Makarfi stated that his decision to resign was guided by a long-held conviction that the positions of BoT Secretary and National Chairman should not be held by individuals from the same geopolitical zone. This conviction, he noted, was the primary motivation behind his initial resignation attempt.
The former governor’s resignation comes at a time of significant change within the PDP, with the party having recently elected a new National Chairman. Makarfi’s decision is likely to have implications for the party’s leadership structure and zoning arrangements.
As a key figure in the PDP, Makarfi’s resignation may also have broader implications for the party’s internal dynamics and its preparations for future elections. The PDP is one of Nigeria’s main opposition parties, and its internal developments are closely watched by political observers and analysts.
Makarfi’s resignation has been formally submitted, and it is expected that the PDP will announce a replacement for the position of BoT Secretary in due course. The party’s leadership will likely need to navigate the implications of Makarfi’s decision and ensure a smooth transition in its leadership structure.
