Osun PDP Loses Another House of Reps Member

The lawmaker representing Ife Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Taofeek Ajilesoro, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing ongoing internal disputes and divisions within the party.

His resignation letter, dated July 22, 2025, was addressed to the ward chairman in Ilare Ward II, Ife Central Local Government Area of Osun State. In it, Ajilesoro said persistent legal battles and internal strife made it difficult for him to remain a member of the party.

“This decision, though not an easy one, became necessary due to the unending internal crises, deep-rooted divisions, and the constant legal tussles that now define the party,” the letter stated. “These issues have made it increasingly difficult to align my political journey with my vision for effective governance.”

He thanked the party for the opportunity to serve and expressed hope that his decision would be respected in good faith.

Ajilesoro is the latest in a string of PDP lawmakers from Osun State to exit the party. Others who have recently stepped down include Wole Oke, representative of Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, along with Senators Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East) and Olubiyi Fadeyi (Osun Central).

The PDP had a sweeping victory in the 2023 general elections in Osun State, securing all three senatorial seats, all nine House of Representatives seats, and 25 out of 26 seats in the state assembly.