Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing irreconcilable differences with the leadership of the ruling party.
In his resignation letter submitted to his ward in Kaduna State on Monday, El-Rufai expressed his disappointment with the direction the APC has taken in recent years.
“I have served the APC diligently and contributed to its growth as a political platform,” he said. “However, recent developments over the past two years have revealed a troubling disregard for democratic principles and progressive values that I hold dear.”
A founding member of the APC, El-Rufai played a pivotal role in the party’s electoral successes in 2015, 2019, and 2023.
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Reflecting on his time as Kaduna’s governor, he highlighted his administration’s focus on human development, education, healthcare, infrastructure, job creation, and investment.
Despite these contributions, he decided to part ways with the APC due to growing concerns about the party’s governance and internal dynamics.
“At this stage in my political journey, I must seek a different platform to champion the progressive values I believe in,” he stated.
Announcing his switch to the SDP, El-Rufai thanked his mentors, colleagues, and supporters, and reiterated his dedication to promoting democratic principles.
“As a member of the SDP, I am committed to helping build a united democratic platform to challenge the APC in future elections,” he said.
He called on Nigerians who share his concerns about the country’s future to join him in strengthening the SDP as a viable alternative, aiming to elevate Nigeria as a source of pride for Africa and the Black race.
El-Rufai ended his statement with a call for unity and progress, pledging to focus his efforts on enhancing Nigeria’s democratic landscape.
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