The Ondo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is confronting a deepening crisis after its Director of Media and Publicity, Mr. Leye Igbabo, resigned. His resignation came just 72 hours after the party elected new executive members, including Mrs. Dupe Aisida as state chairman, at a congress in Akure. In a letter to the PDP secretariat, Igbabo cited a “hostile and unfriendly environment” as the reason for his departure and warned of “utter deceit, compromise, indiscipline, and lack of sincerity of purpose” among party leaders, which he said hampered his ability to perform his duties effectively.
Igbabo’s resignation adds to a series of challenges confronting the Ondo State PDP. In recent months the party has suffered a wave of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Moreover, speculation surrounds the party’s governorship candidate, Agboola Ajayi, who has been absent from party activities, including the recent congress. His absence has fueled rumors of a possible defection to the APC ahead of the November 16 gubernatorial election.
The internal turmoil could have significant implications for the PDP’s prospects in the upcoming election. As the political landscape evolves, the party must address its internal issues to present a united front against its opponents. With the governorship election approaching, the ability to resolve differences, restore stability, and mobilize support will be crucial to the party’s success. The resignation of Igbabo and the uncertainty surrounding Ajayi’s candidacy are likely to heighten the challenges facing the Ondo State PDP as it seeks to present a strong candidate to voters.
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