Popular Nigerian journalist, Dele Momodu has announced his decision to return to active politics by pledging his allegiance to the main opposition party in the country, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Momodu, who left active politics shortly after he lost the 2011 presidential election under the platform of the National Conscience Party (NCP), has now re-entered politics.
The media celebrity explained that his decision to join PDP was hinged on his willingness to contribute to the development of the country.
According to him, the All Progressives Congress-led administration has failed Nigerians, adding that there is a need to amend the numerous problem rocking the country.
The statement reads, “I have consulted widely. And it is clear to me that given the dangerous and disastrous drift that our nation has experienced in the past six years, the only party from which amends can be made to rectify our situation is the Peoples Democratic Party.
“This accords with my vehement opposition to the policies and practices of the All Progressive Congress and its leadership, which has denuded our country of everything we hold dear – national unity, cohesion, security, economic prosperity, educational advancement, social infrastructure, and above all, our cherished moral values.
“For these reasons, I am happy to declare that I am now a full-fledged participating member of the great and patriotic Peoples Democratic Party.
“It is deeply saddening and regrettable that some of the biggest and landmark achievements recorded under the PDP administration have been diluted, wasted, or diminished by the present APC government.”
