Ose Anenih, son of the late Chief Anthony Anenih—one of the founding fathers of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—has formally resigned his membership of the party.
In a letter dated August 18, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman in Arue Ward 3, Uromi, Edo State, Anenih stated that his decision followed a period of deep reflection and was driven by a desire to step back from the arena of partisan politics.
“This decision was not made lightly,” he wrote. “From the very beginning, I have stood with the PDP through its triumphs and its trials, bound by a belief in the promise of Nigerian democracy and in the ideals that first drew me to the Umbrella.”
Anenih described his journey within the PDP as one marked by enduring friendships, valuable experiences, and a deepening of both personal and political convictions. However, he noted that the time had come to realign his priorities.
“At this point in my life, I must step back from the arena of partisan politics. My duty now lies first with my family and with other responsibilities that demand my full attention,” he said.
Despite his resignation, Anenih reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s democratic development. “My commitment to Nigeria’s progress remains unshaken. I will continue to contribute to intellectual and civic conversations that seek to improve governance and, above all, the lives of the governed.”
His father, the late Chief Tony Anenih—widely known as “Mr. Fix It”—was a towering figure in Nigerian politics and a key architect of the PDP’s rise to national prominence in 1999.
Ose Anenih’s exit comes at a time when the PDP is grappling with a wave of defections, with members moving to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and, more recently, the newly formed African Democratic Congress (ADC).
By choosing to step away from partisan politics altogether, Anenih’s departure underscores the mounting challenges facing the PDP as it fights to maintain its relevance ahead of the 2027 general elections.
