Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has made a significant move by resigning from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and joining the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
This decision comes after El-Rufai expressed dissatisfaction with the current leadership style of the APC, stating that the party has strayed from its foundational progressive ideals.
El-Rufai, a founding member of the APC, played a crucial role in the party’s formation in 2013. However, he has become increasingly disillusioned with the party’s direction over the past two years.
In his resignation statement, El-Rufai emphasized his commitment to progressive values and his desire to seek a new political platform that aligns with these principles.
As a former governor, El-Rufai highlighted his accomplishments in Kaduna State, including implementing progressive policies in education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
However, he lamented that these achievements are no longer valued within the current APC leadership.
El-Rufai’s decision to join the SDP marks a new chapter in his political journey. He plans to engage with other opposition leaders and parties to create a unified democratic platform to challenge the APC in upcoming elections.
