Oyejide Sunkanmi, the young leader of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, often known as SUCO, has switched to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Sunkanmi resigned on Monday in a letter to the party’s leader, Abayomi Tella.
He thanked the party for developing him politically and pleaded for understanding over his decision.
The letter begins, “I write to formally tender my resignation as a member of the Ogun State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).”
“It’s been an incredible and satisfying 12-year adventure. I am grateful to the party’s leadership for the opportunity to serve in a variety of positions throughout my time with the PDP.
The event has affected me politically and personally, for which I am grateful.
“I wish to express my profound appreciation to Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, Hon. Abayomi Tella, Chief Robert Adenaike, Hon. Remi Odubote, Chief Olumide Aderinokun, Prince Lekan Tejuosho, Chief Mrs. Olabosipo Ogunsan, Ambassador Folake Marcus Bello, Hon. Abiodun Ogunremi, my brother Prince Sunday Sholarin, and Hon. Yussuf Oshunrinde for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout my stay in the party.”
He admitted that his decision may disappoint some, saying, “I appreciate that this decision may not sit well with everyone. To those who may be disappointed, I sincerely request your understanding. Decisions like these are never taken lightly.”
When reached, the youth leader from Ibara/Onisasa Ward 16 in Abeokuta North Local Government told DAILY POST that he joined the APC on “personal grounds.”