Jegede Resigns From PDP for ADC

Eyitayo Jegede, the former governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State, has resigned from the party effective August 7, 2026. He plans to join the African Democratic Congress and contest in the 2028 Ondo State governorship election.

Barrister Eyitayo Jegede has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party amid a leadership crisis and the defection of his allies to the African Democratic Congress. He confirmed his resignation in a letter dated August 7, 2026, and hinted at future political plans.

Eyitayo Jegede, former governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, has resigned from the party effective immediately. His resignation was confirmed in a letter dated August 7, addressed to the PDP chairman of his local ward.