Northern Senator Binos Yaroe Resigns from PDP Amid Internal Crisis
Senator Binos Yaroe, a prominent Northern lawmaker representing Adamawa South Senatorial District, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party. The resignation marks a significant development in Nigeria's political landscape, with the senator citing escalating internal crises within the party as his primary reason for departure.
Formal Resignation Process Followed
The lawmaker meticulously followed due process in his exit from the opposition party. Senator Yaroe submitted his formal resignation letter to party leaders at multiple levels within Adamawa State. The initial submission was made to his ward chairman in Mbilla Ward, located within Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area. Copies of the resignation letter were subsequently forwarded to party leaders at both the local government and state levels, ensuring proper documentation of his departure.
Citing Irreversible Party Breakdown
In a message shared with journalists and reported by The Nation newspaper, Senator Yaroe expressed deep concern about the direction of the Peoples Democratic Party. He warned that the party was heading toward what he described as an irreversible breakdown at the national level. The senator stated that after many years of what he called a fruitful journey as a committed PDP member, it pained him to witness the party electing what he characterized as a path of self-destruction.
"After many years of fruitful journey as a committed member of the PDP, it pains me that the party has elected to self-destruction at the national level," Senator Yaroe declared in his resignation statement.
Second Major Defection This Month
Senator Yaroe's departure represents the second major defection from the Peoples Democratic Party during February 2026. Earlier this month, former Minister of State for Health Aliyu Idi Hong also announced his exit from the party. These high-profile resignations have created growing uncertainty about the party's stability and future prospects, particularly in Northern regions where the PDP has traditionally maintained strong support bases.
Political Implications for Adamawa State
The resignation has sparked considerable speculation about the political direction of Adamawa State. Political observers suggest that Governor Ahmadu Fintiri may soon clarify his own position amid the unfolding realignments within the state's political landscape. Senator Yaroe's move signals fresh uncertainty for the party's standing in Adamawa South and potentially beyond, as other prominent figures may consider similar actions in response to ongoing internal disputes.
Broader Pattern of PDP Departures
Senator Yaroe's resignation adds to a growing list of prominent figures who have left the Peoples Democratic Party in recent weeks and months. The pattern of high-profile departures continues to unsettle the opposition party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Earlier in December 2025, the party's former National Publicity Secretary Kola Ologbondiyan formally resigned from the PDP, submitting his resignation letter to the chairman of his Okekoko Ward in Kabba Bunu Local Government, Kogi State.
These successive resignations have placed additional pressure on a party already weakened by internal disputes and steady defections across several states. The cumulative effect of these departures raises questions about the PDP's organizational cohesion and electoral viability as Nigeria approaches another significant election cycle.
Senator Yaroe's Political Background
Senator Binos Yaroe has represented the Adamawa South Senatorial District in the National Assembly since 2019, establishing himself as a significant political figure within both his constituency and the broader Northern political establishment. His resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party represents not just a personal political decision but also a potentially significant shift in the political dynamics of Adamawa State and Northern Nigeria more broadly.
