Rt.Hon. Nasiru MaiKano
SDP State Party Chairman
The Kaduna State Chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), wishes to address and dispute the recent press release issued by one Adamu Idris, who claims to be the State Chairman of the SDP in Kaduna State, that the former Governor of Kaduna State, His Excellency, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, OFR, is not a bonafide member of the SDP,Contrary to the misleading and baseless claims made in the press release, we wish to unequivocally affirm that Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai is not only a bonafide member but also a major stakeholder of the SDP.
He alongside other distinguished and eminent politicians in Kaduna State have officially joined the SDP in pursuit of a more progressive and inclusive political platform that aligns with their values.
The allegation of a lack of membership records in Unguwar Sarki Ward, Kaduna North Local Government, is baseless and unfounded.
For the record, Mallam Nasir Ahmed El-Rufa’i is number one (001) in the membership register in Unguwar sarki and the State Working Committee has full records.
More so, the National Working Committee of our party is very much aware of Mallam Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai’s involvement in the activities of the coalition.
Therefore, it is a mere propaganda attempt to discredit him. It must be stated here that the leadership of SDP in Kaduna State is aware of the moves by some desperate and disgruntled elements sponsored by certain politicians in the state who aim to destabilize the rising prominence of SDP in Kaduna State.
These disingenuous elements must be reminded that SDP is a flowing river that cannot be stopped. It is a journey open to all individuals, irrespective of religious, ethnic, or tribal differences.
Also, the purported leadership of the SDP State Working Committee under Adamu Idris is nothing more than a charade. The leadership of SDP in Kaduna State is united and will support all its members against any political vendetta from any quarters.
We strongly encourage all members and supporters of the SDP to remain steadfast in their commitment to the principles of internal democracy, due process, and transparency.
