Dr. Benibo Anabraba, who currently serves as the Secretary to the Rivers State Government, has officially announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This significant political development unfolded on January 5, 2026, and remarkably occurred barely twelve hours after Professor Ngozi Odu, the Deputy Governor to Governor Fubara, formally declared her defection from the PDP to the rival All Progressives Congress (APC).

Anabraba's decision to exit the party was communicated through a letter meticulously addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 1 in the Akuku-Toru local government area of Rivers State. In his correspondence, the Secretary to the State Government, who also holds the distinction of being a former member of the Rivers State House of Assembly, explicitly stated that his departure from the party was a "personal" choice. While the letter clearly confirmed his resignation from the PDP, it notably refrained from disclosing any intentions to join the APC or any other political party, thereby leaving room for speculation regarding his future political affiliations and trajectory.

The resignation letter, in part, read: "Please, be informed that I have resigned my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The decision to leave the party is personal. I appreciate the political leverage gained from the party during the period of my membership, and wish the party well in the future. Please accept the regards of my highest esteem." This carefully worded statement highlights both his autonomy in making the personal decision to leave and his gratitude for the political opportunities and leverage he gained during his tenure with the PDP, all while maintaining a respectful and cordial tone despite his exit.

The consecutive high-profile resignations and defections, starting with Professor Odu's move to the APC and followed swiftly by Dr. Anabraba's departure from the PDP, collectively signal a period of notable political realignment and potential instability within the intricate political landscape of Rivers State. These rapid and significant events underscore a shifting dynamic among key political figures in the region, reflecting broader political undercurrents and setting the stage for potential future developments.