Former PDP Governors’ Forum DG, C.I.D Maduabum, Defects To ADC

Hon. C.I.D Maduabum, the immediate past Director-General of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) and a former two-term member of the House of Representatives, has announced his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Maduabum made the announcement on Sunday through a statement issued in Abuja, citing the alleged hijack of the PDP by self-serving interests as the primary reason for his exit.

“After deep reflection, extensive consultations, and careful evaluation of the current political realities within the PDP, I have taken the difficult but necessary decision to resign my membership of the party with immediate effect,” he stated.

Describing himself as a committed democrat, Maduabum expressed disappointment in the direction the PDP has taken in recent years.

“I have dedicated significant portions of my political life to building the PDP as a platform for democratic consolidation and national development. However, the soul of the party I once served with pride has been hijacked by unscrupulous elements driven by personal ambition rather than national interest,” he said.

According to him, the PDP has become a shadow of its former self, mired in chaos, internal betrayal, and what he described as systematic destruction by individuals who disregard the party’s founding principles.

“Voices of reason are no longer welcome, and genuine reformers are either vilified or silenced. I can no longer, in good conscience, remain in a house stripped of its moral compass and overrun by opportunists,” Maduabum added.

Announcing his move to the African Democratic Congress, he described the party as a credible democratic alternative for Nigeria and an emerging beacon of hope for good governance, integrity, accountability, and inclusive politics.

He praised the ADC for offering a platform rooted in principled, people-focused leadership and expressed optimism about its growing coalition of progressive-minded leaders, including former Labour Party presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi.

Maduabum emphasized that he was joining ADC not merely as a defector but as a reformer committed to rebuilding Nigeria’s political culture.

“This is about promoting a new foundation based on merit, ideology, discipline, youth inclusion, and national unity,” he said.

Calling on other well-meaning Nigerians, especially those disillusioned by the failures of traditional parties, Maduabum urged them to rally around the ADC’s movement for a new Nigeria.

“I remain committed to the democratic ideals of justice, equity, and service to the people. The struggle to rescue Nigeria and restore its promise continues — and it begins now, on a new, firmer footing,” he concluded.