In a surprising political twist, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has once again abandoned the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
This marks his third dramatic exit from the party he once helped shape.
The announcement, made on Wednesday, reignited controversy and intense speculation about Atiku’s political ambitions.
Atiku chose to announce his resignation through a formal letter addressed to the PDP chairman of Jada 1 ward in Jada Local Government Area, Adamawa State.
He blamed the party’s declining trajectory for his decision to quit, but critics say the real motive lies elsewhere.
Felix Morka Reacts: Atiku’s ‘Endless Revolving Door’
Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), wasted no time seizing the opportunity to criticize the former Vice President.
Taking to 𝕏 (formerly Twitter), Morka described Atiku as Nigeria’s “incomparable political wanderer.”
He accused Atiku of using the PDP as a revolving door in a desperate and ultimately elusive search for the presidential “Golden Fleece.”
According to Morka, Atiku’s political moves are driven only by selfish ambition.
He emphasized that Atiku refuses to invest effort into either building his party or addressing internal conflicts.
Morka’s words cut deep: “Indisputably, the weakest link in Nigeria’s partisan democracy.
Atiku is driven only by his selfish and obsessive presidential ambition never willing to put in the work to build his party or remain to solve its internal crises but claims a birthright entitlement to presidential ticket of his party to the exclusion of all others.”
The Political Wanderer’s History of Party Hopping
Atiku’s exit is not an isolated incident in his long and complicated political career.
Over the years, he has switched political camps multiple times, raising questions about his loyalty and principles.
Each departure has been framed as necessary for survival or progress, but many critics see it as self-serving opportunism.
His repeated movement between parties is a symptom of a broader problem in Nigerian politics ambition eclipsing ideology.
Atiku’s pattern reflects a hunger for power that overshadows any genuine dedication to party ideals or national service.
What Does Atiku’s Exit Mean for PDP?
Atiku’s departure delivers another heavy blow to the already fragile PDP.
Once Nigeria’s dominant political force, the PDP has been struggling with leadership crises and factional infighting.
His exit could weaken the opposition’s chances in upcoming elections.
Without Atiku, the PDP risks losing a sizeable voter base in key states, especially in the Northeast.
More importantly, the exodus highlights PDP’s failure to resolve its lingering internal problems.
If an influential figure like Atiku feels compelled to flee for a third time, what hope remains for party unity and strength?
The Broader Picture: Nigeria’s Crisis of Political Integrity
Atiku’s actions symbolize a deeper malaise in Nigerian politics the crisis of identity and integrity among the country’s elite.
This revolving-door approach to party affiliation is neither new nor exclusive to him, but his high profile makes it particularly damaging.
Nigerians deserve leaders who commit to their parties and ideologies, not career politicians chasing power at any cost.
Until this cycle of political opportunism ends, the nation will continue to suffer from unstable governance and weak opposition.
Critics Question Atiku’s Motives and Capability
Many political analysts argue Atiku’s ambition blinds him to the hard work required for national leadership.
Jumping from party to party, critics say, is an easy way out of accountability and responsibility.
Atiku’s apparent refusal to wrestle with PDP’s internal crises suggests he prefers personal gain over collective progress.
His constant movement undermines his credibility as a serious contender for the presidency.
What Next for Atiku and Nigerian Politics?
Atiku’s next move remains uncertain.
Whether he aims to join another party or launch his own platform, these maneuvers keep Nigeria’s political landscape turbulent.
Politicians like Atiku contribute to public cynicism regarding political stability.
As he embarks once more on his elusive quest for power, Nigerians watch with cautious skepticism.
Nigeria Needs More Than a Political Wanderer
Atiku’s third departure from the PDP is not only a personal failure but a national disappointment.
It reveals the hollowness of ambition divorced from responsibility.
Felix Morka’s scathing criticism reflects a sentiment shared by many Nigerians: leadership by whim and self-interest only worsens the political crisis.
For Nigeria’s democracy to mature, politicians must ditch the revolving door mindset.
Commitment to party ideals and national duty must return to the foreground.
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