Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, who represents Nasarawa South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), deepening a growing trend of defections from Nigeria’s main opposition party ahead of the 2027 general election. His resignation, effective January 10, 2026, was communicated in a letter addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman in Galadimawa Ward, Doma Local Government Area, which the senator said was taken after careful personal consideration.
Onawo’s departure comes at a time when the PDP is grappling with prolonged internal leadership disputes and defections by high-profile figures, weakening its organisational unity and electoral appeal. Although he did not specify his next political destination, Onawo has been seen participating in activities of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), fuelling speculation he may join the growing opposition coalition.
In his letter, the lawmaker thanked the PDP leadership, members and supporters for the platform and opportunities afforded him during his tenure under the party umbrella, and wished the party well in its future pursuits. Political analysts say his exit adds to the mounting challenges facing the PDP, as defections erode its ranks in the National Assembly and reshape political alignments ahead of 2027.#ThePapyrusDaily#PapyrusNow #PapyrusUpdate #PapyrusNewsroom #PapyrusBrief#BreakingNigeria #DailyDigest #StayInformed#HeadlinesToday #TrendingNow #NewsThatMatters #MediaInAction#PapyrusInsight
