Atiku’s Exit Bombshell: Keyamo Accused of Leaking PDP Resignation Letter

Paul Ibe, the Special Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has accused Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, of being responsible for leaking a confidential communication concerning Atiku’s alleged resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ibe described the leak as the handiwork of individuals within the PDP who are allegedly collaborating with the All Progressives Congress (APC) to sabotage Atiku’s political trajectory.

According to iReporter Online, the controversy erupted shortly after Atiku paid a condolence visit to the family of late President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State. Mere hours after his visit, reports of Atiku’s purported resignation from the PDP began circulating widely, prompting concerns about a deliberate plot to undermine his political strategy ahead of the 2027 presidential race.

In a televised interview with Arise News, Ibe criticized Keyamo for meddling in political matters instead of focusing on his official duties. He stated that it was “unfortunate” for the aviation minister to involve himself in sensitive political conversations while there were pressing aviation issues requiring attention. According to iReporter Online, Ibe directly linked the leak to “gross elements” within the PDP who are allegedly acting in concert with APC operatives to derail Atiku’s ambitions.

Atiku, whose political posture suggests a likely return to the presidential race in 2027, has reportedly been in talks with a new coalition platform under the African Democratic Congress (ADC). If confirmed, his defection would position him in a competitive race for the ADC ticket against other notable political figures like former Rivers State governor Chibuike Amaechi and Labour Party’s former presidential candidate, Peter Obi—both of whom have signaled their interest in the 2027 elections.

According to iReporter Online, the unfolding situation has deepened speculations about a realignment in Nigeria’s opposition landscape, as disillusionment grows within the PDP’s rank and file. While neither Atiku nor the PDP has formally confirmed the resignation, the political environment continues to heat up as preparations for the next presidential race begin to take shape.