PRP South-West Vice Chairman Quits, Cites Party’s Lack of National Relevance

• Wolimoh Olajide Epe resigns with immediate effect after consultations with supporters and political associates.
• Former PRP vice chairman says party has failed to grow into a viable national platform ahead of 2027 elections.
• Ex-party chieftain confirms plans to join another political platform but withholds details.

The National Vice Chairman (South West) of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Wolimoh Olajide Epe, has resigned from the party, saying it has failed to develop into a nationally competitive political platform as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.

In a resignation letter addressed to the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Epe said his decision takes immediate effect and followed extensive consultations with his political associates, supporters and other stakeholders.

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He explained that after reviewing the party’s direction, he concluded that remaining in the PRP no longer aligned with his political aspirations or those of his followers.

The former party leader, who previously served as a committee member, National Youth Leader and later National Vice Chairman (South West), expressed appreciation for the opportunities he received while serving the party.

However, he argued that despite those experiences, the PRP had not transformed into a political force capable of mounting a credible national challenge for power.

According to him, many of his supporters have become increasingly concerned about what they perceive as the party’s declining political relevance and inability to build nationwide momentum.

Epe maintained that the PRP has gradually shifted from active political competition to becoming “more of a forum for political discussions than a vehicle for contesting and influencing governance.”

He also raised concerns over what he described as the party’s limited national outlook, alleging that it is widely perceived as a northern-based political organisation, a perception he said has weakened its ability to attract broader support across Nigeria.

The former vice chairman further claimed that members from outside the northern region often feel excluded from key decision-making processes and have limited influence on the party’s direction.

He also questioned the party’s internal leadership structure, arguing that the office of national chairman appears largely reserved for politicians from the northern part of the country, a situation he said discourages members from other geopolitical zones.

According to him, these factors have reduced the party’s appeal among Nigerians seeking an inclusive political platform.

Epe said the PRP also missed several opportunities to expand its structures and strengthen its presence across the country.

Announcing his next political move, the former vice chairman disclosed that he would continue pursuing his political ambition on another platform but declined to name the party he intends to join.

“I sincerely hope the leadership of the PRP will reflect on these observations and take the necessary steps to reposition the party for greater national relevance and inclusiveness,” he stated.

As of the time of filing this report, the National Chairman of the PRP, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, had not responded publicly to Epe’s resignation or the issues raised in his letter. Other senior officials of the party were also yet to issue any official reaction.