Unanswered questions trail Edo PDP spokesman’s exit

By Jethro Ibileke

Uncertainty is mounting within the Peoples Democratic Party in Edo State following the party’s failure to publicly respond to the resignation of its spokesman, Daniel Osa-Ogbegie.

Nearly two weeks after Osa-Ogbegie stepped down, the state leadership has yet to issue an official statement, a development that has unsettled party supporters as attention gradually shifts towards the 2027 general elections.

In a letter dated 12 March 2026, Osa-Ogbegie formally quit the party and declared his backing for Governor Monday Okpebholo. He attributed his decision to what he described as the absence of visible and credible aspirants within the PDP ahead of the next electoral cycle.

The former spokesman expressed concern over what he saw as persistent weaknesses in the opposition space nationwide, pointing to challenges in organisation, unity and momentum needed to offer a viable alternative.

According to him, his move was informed by a broader desire to see Edo State transcend partisan divisions and embrace stability and development.

“After observing the emerging administration of Governor Okpebholo, I have resolved to step aside from my role as opposition spokesman and support efforts aimed at ensuring the success of the government,” he stated.

Osa-Ogbegie, a legal practitioner, described the governor, who belongs to the All Progressives Congress, as a friend and brother. He stressed that the progress of Edo State must come before party loyalties.

“If he succeeds, Edo succeeds and when Edo succeeds, we all succeed,” he added, noting that while political affiliations may change, leadership must remain committed to the common good.

Attempts to get a reaction from the PDP leadership were unsuccessful. Calls to the state chairman, Anthony Aziegbemi, were not answered as at the time of filing this report.