PDP Chairman, Damagun’s spokesperson resigns

Malam Yusuf Abubakar Dingyadi, the outspoken and vocal media spokesman to the office of the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has resigned from his position.

Dingyadi, who served as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media and Communications to the PDP National Chairman, was a consistent and trusted source of clear, factual information about developments within the party for over three years.

In a letter dated June 25, 2025, and addressed to the Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, Dingyadi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the party.

“While I appreciate the support and prayers of the PDP family during my stay in this office, I remain appreciative of all the contributions given to me to ensure the success of my assignment,” the statement read in part.

Dingyadi did not disclose the reasons behind his resignation.

Throughout his tenure, he was a prominent figure defending and clarifying issues related to the PDP’s internal crisis, as well as promoting unity and progress within the party.

He frequently featured on radio, television, and in print media to speak on matters concerning the PDP’s policies, campaigns, and political engagements.

Dingyadi played an active role in PDP campaigns during the Obasanjo/Atiku era and previously served under the late Minister of Communications, Arzika Tambuwal.

He was also part of the media teams for several major political movements, including the late Shehu Musa Yar’Adua’s group, the People’s Front (PF), the Social Democratic Party (SDP), the Democratic People’s Party (DPP) under Attahiru Bafarawa, and Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal’s administration.

Additionally, he contributed to the presidential campaigns of Obasanjo/Atiku (1999 and 2003), Goodluck Jonathan/Namadi Sambo (2011), and Atiku Abubakar/Ifeanyi Okowa (2023).

Dingyadi is a seasoned journalist who worked with outlets such as Reporter/Nasiha, BBC Hausa, and other media organizations both within and outside Nigeria for over two decades.