C.I.D. Maduabum, former director-general of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors’ forum, has resigned from the party.
Maduabum, also a former member of the house of representatives, announced his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in a statement on Sunday.
He said the PDP, once a platform for national development, has now been “hijacked by self-serving, unscrupulous elements”.
He described the party as “a shadow of its former self”, weakened by “chaos, betrayal, and internal decay”.
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“Voices of reason are no longer welcome, and genuine reformers are vilified or silenced,” he said.
He said he could not, “in good conscience”, remain in a party that has lost its “moral compass”.
Maduabum said he joined the ADC because of its “growing credibility” and focus on “good governance, accountability, and inclusion”.
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He described the party as “a beacon of hope” and said it “offers a credible democratic alternative” for Nigeria.
According to him, the ADC provides a platform to rebuild the country and promote “principled, people-oriented leadership”.
“I join the ADC not merely as a defector but as a reformer,” he said.
He added that the ADC includes “progressive-minded people like Mr Peter Obi”.
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Calling on “all well-meaning Nigerians” to support the ADC, he urged those “disillusioned” by the traditional parties to join the movement for a new Nigeria.
Maduabum pledged continued commitment to justice, equity, and service to the people.
