The Minority Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ali Isa, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing internal crisis and alleged undemocratic practices within the party.
His resignation was contained in a letter dated April 14, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of Kindiyo Ward in Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State.
Isa, who represents the Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency of Gombe State, said his decision takes immediate effect.
He stated that his exit was “compelled by the way and manner some undemocratic forces have hijacked the party for reasons that are contrary to the founding principles and philosophy of the party, which created a factional leadership.”
The lawmaker said he took the decision after wide consultations with key stakeholders.
“After a series of rigorous consultations with my family, political associates, friends, and relevant stakeholders, I have arrived at the conclusion that the path to my political future, as well as the political future of the great people who gave me their mandate, lies outside the PDP,” he said.
Isa added that his priority remains the welfare and political future of his constituents, noting that they deserve a more viable platform.
“It is my firm belief that the people of my constituency deserve a platform on which their interests and political future will be better guaranteed,” he stated.
He, however, thanked the PDP for the opportunity to serve.
“I wish to sincerely thank the leadership and membership of the party for giving me the platform on which the people of Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency gave me the wonderful opportunity to represent them at the National Assembly. I will ever remain grateful and wish you all the best,” he added.
This development follows a broader trend of significant departures from the PDP, including the recent resignation of Senator Philip Aduda (former Senate Minority Leader) and several other federal lawmakers from states like Katsina, Kaduna, and Akwa Ibom, most of whom cited irreconcilable internal crises within the party.
