Benjamin Obaseki, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) within Oredo Local Government of Edo State, has officially resigned from the party. His decision was conveyed in a letter dated June 12, 2024, addressed to the local government chairman of the PDP.
In his resignation letter, Obaseki expressed his deep regret over leaving the party but emphasized that he believed it was necessary for his political advancement. He cited a perceived disconnect between the PDP leadership and its members, which he felt had made the party insensitive to his concerns.
Prior to stepping down, Obaseki held a position as an ex-official within the Oredo Local Government chapter of the PDP and was a member of Ward 10.
He said, “I am writing to formally inform you of my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party. It has been incredible and a pleasure to be part of the one-time big political family we built together that fostered a lot of victories.
“I sincerely regret this decision to resign from the party that I joined in building from scratch, but I am convinced it is time for me to leave for my growth as the leadership of the party has lost touch with its members and hence become insensitive to my plight.
“I believe the Peoples Democratic Party is great but with the likes of the governor as leaders of the party, there is no hope for the future. It is a pity that the infighting that has engulfed the party at the state level will consume the party and I do not intend to be consumed alongside it.”