By Bashir Rabe Mani, Sokoto
Muhammad Bello Aliyu Goronyo, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Sokoto State, has resigned from the party, citing personal reasons for his decision.
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State, Alhaji Muhammad Bello Aliyu Goronyo, has resigned his membership of the party.
Goronyo announced his resignation in a letter dated August 30, 2026, addressed to the PDP Chairman of Goronyo Ward in Goronyo Local Government Area of the state.
According to the letter, his resignation takes effect from Monday, August 31, 2026.
Goronyo attributed his decision to personal reasons but did not provide further details on the circumstances surrounding his departure from the party.
“I hereby formally notify you of my intention to resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Goronyo Ward, Goronyo Local Government Area, effective from today, 31st August, 2026.
“The reason for my resignation is purely personal,” he stated.
Goronyo thanked the leadership and members of the PDP for giving him the opportunity to serve the party and for the experiences he gained during his membership and tenure as state chairman.
He also requested that his name be removed from the PDP membership register.
His resignation is a significant development for the opposition party in Sokoto State, where he served as the head of its state structure.
The development could also prompt political realignments within the PDP as the party prepares for future political activities and the 2027 general elections.
Goronyo did not disclose his next political move or indicate whether he intends to join another political party.
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