Kaduna PDP Rocked: State Secretary Suspended Over Alleged Misconduct

The Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its State Secretary, Hon. Sa’idu Adamu, over allegations of gross misconduct and anti-party activities, intensifying the ongoing internal tensions within the party.

The decision was confirmed in a statement on Tuesday by the State Publicity Secretary, Hon. Maria Dogo, who said it followed a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) held on Monday, October 6, at the party secretariat in Kaduna.

According to Dogo, the suspension was enacted in line with Articles 58(1)(h) and 57(3) of the PDP Constitution (2017 as amended), which grant the party authority to discipline members whose actions undermine party unity or interests.

“The suspension was unanimously approved by the State Working Committee,” the statement read. “It takes immediate effect and will last for one month pending further investigation and decisions by the party leadership.”

During this period, Adamu is prohibited from participating in any PDP activities at all levels.

Dogo emphasized that the move demonstrates the PDP’s commitment to maintaining discipline and order under the leadership of State Chairman, Sir Edward Percy Masha. “The PDP remains steadfast in upholding fairness, justice, and discipline under the able guidance of Sir Edward Percy Masha,” she said.

Sources within the party revealed that the suspension followed weeks of internal disputes and complaints over alleged anti-party conduct and insubordination, which reportedly strained relationships among key officials. Attempts to reach Adamu for comment were unsuccessful as of press time.

Suspended Secretary Resigns, Cites Rift With Governorship Candidate
Shortly after the suspension was announced, a video emerged on social media showing Adamu resigning from both his position and the PDP.

In the clip, Adamu stated that his decision was driven by ongoing disagreements with the party’s 2023 governorship candidate, Isa Ashiru, and other unresolved issues within the state leadership.

“I have decided to resign from my position and from the party. Henceforth, I am no longer a PDP member,” Adamu declared. “In the coming days, I will announce the political party I intend to join after consulting with my constituents.”

He also alleged that the challenges within the party extend beyond Kaduna, claiming that some national leaders were pretending that all was well while internal divisions persisted. “The party must urgently seek solutions before it is too late,” he warned.

This episode marks yet another chapter in the series of internal crises that have plagued the Kaduna PDP since the 2023 general elections.