A former Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Chief Luqman Oyebisi Ilaka, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a resignation letter dated February 10, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of the PDP, Ward 5, Oyo East Local Government Area of Oyo State, Ilaka formally announced his decision to leave the party.
Ilaka expressed his appreciation to the party for the opportunities it provided him during his time as a member.
“It is with the utmost humility that I tender the resignation of membership from the Peoples Democratic Party.”
“I am eternally grateful for the opportunities afforded to me by the party and the unalloyed support given to me over the years. Till we meet again” he wrote.
Ilaka was dismissed as the Chief of Staff in June, 2021 alongside seventeen commissioners when Makinde made a move to reshuffle his cabinet.
As of the time of filing this report, no official statement has been issued regarding his next political move.
