The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Bathiya Wesley, along with 14 other members, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) due to ongoing crises within the party at the national level. This significant move is indicative of the growing discontent within the party ranks, as the Speaker announced these resignations on the floor of the House, stating that all members shared the same sentiment concerning their decision.

Notably, the resignations occurred shortly after Alhaji Abubakar Abdullahi, who represents the Girei State Constituency, stepped down from the PDP during a plenary session. The resigning members expressed gratitude towards the PDP for the opportunity it provided them to contest and secure their electoral wins, yet they felt compelled to leave due to the turmoil affecting the party on a larger scale. It raises questions about the future alignment of these lawmakers as they consider their next steps.

The Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Bernard Hyelamada, mentioned that the lawmakers are currently undecided about which party they will join next, with a clear indication that Governor Ahmadu Fintiri remains their leader in this transitional phase. This development may lead to a shift in party loyalties within the Adamawa State political landscape and could impact upcoming elections and governance in the region.