Senator Istifanus Gyang, who represented Plateau North in the 9th Assembly has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party’s deviation from democratic principles and lack of people-centric approach.
Gyang’s decision comes after nearly a decade of passionate membership and significant contributions to the party’s growth and success in the state.
In his letter of resignation dated May 26, 2025, addressed to the PDP Ward chairman, Rafan Ward, B/Ladi LGA, Plateau State, said the party has parted ways with basic democratic tenets and is no longer people centric.
Gyang expressed concern over the party’s apparent deficiencies, stating it has “parted ways with basic democratic tenets” and lacks leverage to promote Plateau state’s strategic interests.
The former lawmaker emphasised the importance of equity, fairness, inclusivity, and good governance. He equally commits himself to ensuring the political space remains open for all.
Gyang’s resignation may have significant implications for the PDP, particularly in Plateau state, where he has been an influential figure, former Reps Member Representing Barkin Ladi, Riyom Federal Constituency and Senator Representing Plateau North Senatorial District.
Gyang was the deputy chairman Senate Committee on Defence in the 9th Assembly.
The resignation letter from Senator Istifanus Gyang, dated May 26, 2025, reads:
“It is my pleasure to inform you of my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) effective May 26, 2025. After nearly a decade of passionate membership, commitment, and enormous contribution to the growth and success of the PDP, including the 2023 electoral victory, the party has parted ways with basic democratic tenets and is no longer people-centric.
“Furthermore, given the apparent deficiencies of the party’s apparatchik, the leverage to navigate and mainstream the strategic interests of Plateau state in today’s Nigeria is feeble, if not lacking.
“I am obligated to our people and our dear state to insist on equity, fairness, inclusivity, and good governance and to ensure that the political space remains open for all.”
