Atiku Abubakar Slams “Fake and Vile” Rumors of PDP Resignation

Atiku Abubakar Slams “Fake and Vile” Rumors of PDP Resignation

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has come out swinging against fresh rumors claiming he has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), calling the reports a desperate political smear job designed to stir confusion ahead of the 2027 elections.

He said he remains loyal to the PDP and has not left the party, contrary to what some faceless elements are pushing on social media.

The denial came swiftly on Friday through a strongly worded statement by Paul Ibe, Atiku’s long-time media adviser. The rebuttal was prompted by a now-viral post shared by a Facebook page called “Adamawa Happenings.” That post claimed that Atiku had quit the PDP—a move that would have shocked many of his supporters and sent the opposition party into a tailspin.

But Atiku says not so fast.

“Atiku Abubakar has not — we repeat, has not — resigned from the PDP,” the statement declared.

Paul Ibe didn’t mince words either. He slammed the report as a “crude, shameless political hatchet job.” He described the people behind the fake news as faceless political operatives trying to destabilize the PDP and fracture Atiku’s support base.

The statement accused the authors of the post of deliberately spreading a lie to mislead the public, create panic in the opposition, and damage Atiku’s political standing as the country inches closer to the next general elections.

“This is not just fake news – it is a vile, vexatious ploy that deserves nothing but contempt,” Ibe added.

The story that Atiku had left the PDP was meant to stir trouble in the party. It wasn’t just a rumor; it was a political grenade, poorly disguised as gossip. And according to Atiku’s camp, it failed miserably.

Let’s face it: the political atmosphere in Nigeria is already tense. 2027 is around the corner. Alliances are forming, and betrayals are becoming the breakfast of the season. So when someone spreads a story that Atiku has dumped the PDP, it sends a signal—one that could trigger panic within the party and excitement in rival camps.

But Atiku’s team said he’s going nowhere.

He’s a political veteran, not some rookie trying to make a name. From serving as Vice President between 1999 and 2007, to running for president several times, Atiku has become a household name in Nigerian politics. He’s not new to drama. And this, they say, is just another chapter in a long book of smear campaigns.

The statement made it very clear: Atiku Abubakar remains a bona fide, loyal, and committed member of the PDP.

He’s still in the game, still a card-carrying member, and still one of the top contenders as the race to 2027 quietly begins.

The online post that started all this came from a Facebook page with no known credibility. It didn’t cite any sources. It didn’t carry a statement from Atiku himself. It didn’t quote any party leader. Yet it went viral, drawing reactions and fueling speculations.

Why? Because many people believe that in Nigeria, anything is possible. Political defections are like morning tea. So the rumor found fertile ground, but it didn’t take long before Atiku shut it down.

People who know Atiku well say he’s not the kind of man to leave a party in silence. He’s strategic. If he ever plans to leave the PDP, he won’t do it through a backdoor Facebook post. He would call a press conference, issue a formal statement, and rally his supporters.

But that’s not happening. Not now.

Instead, he’s focusing on the PDP’s future and working behind the scenes to strengthen the party. Insiders say Atiku remains one of the biggest financiers of the PDP. He has the network, the money, and the influence to make a serious run again in 2027.

That’s exactly why some folks are working hard to discredit him.

His media team says this isn’t the first time such tactics have been used against him. And it won’t be the last. As the opposition’s most visible face, Atiku knows he has a target on his back. The smear campaigns, the fake stories, and the false leaks—they come with the job.

But the timing of this one is what caught attention. With the APC battling its own internal cracks and the PDP trying to regroup, any rumor about Atiku jumping ship can throw a wrench in the works.

Paul Ibe described it as a “malicious fabrication” meant to stir unnecessary division and confusion. He also warned the public to be wary of propaganda flying around as political players jostle for position.

Let’s not forget: Atiku is no stranger to political realignment. Over the decades, he’s moved from the PDP to the AC, to the APC, and back to PDP. But since his return to the PDP in 2017, he’s remained a central figure, contesting and winning the party’s ticket in 2019 and 2023.

His critics love to remind everyone of his frequent party-switching, but his supporters say that’s politics—especially in Nigeria, where ideology rarely matters as much as strategy.

Still, despite the noise, Atiku’s recent moves show he’s focused on building rather than breaking. In recent weeks, he has held closed-door meetings with PDP stakeholders, youth leaders, and grassroots mobilizers. The goal? To rebuild the party from the ground up.

And now, with 2027 elections on the horizon, the PDP is beginning to shape its roadmap. Insiders say Atiku remains a central figure in that conversation—whether he runs or not.

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For now, though, one thing is clear: Atiku Abubakar is not dumping the PDP.

He’s not walking away from the party that gave him his highest political platforms. He’s not going rogue. He’s not about to surprise Nigerians with a shock move to another party.

According to Paul Ibe, the aim of the fake news was simple: confuse the people, divide the opposition, and shift attention from real issues. But Atiku’s camp says they’re not taking the bait.

The former Vice President, they said, is focused on bigger goals—rebuilding the PDP, speaking truth to power, and preparing for what lies ahead.

As Nigeria grapples with inflation, insecurity, job losses, and fuel price hikes, the opposition needs unity, not distraction. And Atiku, love him or hate him, remains a key voice in that opposition.

The takeaway? Don’t believe everything you read online—especially when it comes from unknown Facebook pages with no track record. If Atiku ever plans to make a move, rest assured: he won’t whisper it. He’ll shout it loud enough for the whole country to hear.

Until then, he’s still PDP.