Nigerian politician, businessman, and social reform advocate, Ambassador Olufemi Oguntoyinbo, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the move as “a strategic and patriotic step toward rebuilding Nigeria’s unity and hope.”
Oguntoyinbo announced his resignation on Monday, November 10, 2025, during a press briefing where he presented copies of his resignation letter to journalists, formally ending his membership of the NNPP and announcing his decision to align with the PDP.
In the letter, addressed to the NNPP Ward chairman of Obafemi Owode Local Government, the Ogun State NNPP chairman, the South-West zonal chairman, and the national chairman of the party, Oguntoyinbo said his decision followed deep reflection on Nigeria’s political direction and the need to work within a “broader platform capable of driving genuine national transformation.”
“My decision to join the Peoples Democratic Party is both strategic and patriotic,” he said.
“I have great respect for the NNPP and what it stands for, but at this point in Nigeria’s history, I believe the PDP offers a wider and stronger platform for national reconciliation, youth empowerment, and true federalism.”
Oguntoyinbo, who was the NNPP governorship candidate in Ogun State during the 2023 general elections, after stepping down as a presidential aspirant in solidarity with Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the party’s eventual presidential flag bearer, clarified that his exit was not driven by animosity but guided by conviction and renewed purpose.
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“There is no bad blood between me and my former party,” he said.
“I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served under its banner. However, as Nigeria continues to grapple with economic hardship, unemployment, and leadership challenges, it is time for like-minded patriots to close ranks and rebuild trust in governance.”
Political analysts have described Oguntoyinbo defection as one of the most strategic realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, a period expected to reshape Nigeria’s political alliances and ideological coalitions.
Beyond politics, Oguntoyinbo is widely known for his humanitarian and youth development initiatives.
Through the Olufemi Ajadi Foundation, he has supported widows, artisans, and small-scale farmers across several states, providing vocational training and micro-grants.
His consistent advocacy for youth inclusion, entrepreneurship, and peaceful coexistence has earned him respect across Nigeria’s socio-political spectrum.
