A former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and ex-senator representing Bauchi North, Suleiman Nazif, has officially resigned from the PDP and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
In a statement released on Friday, Nazif said his decision was influenced by the voices of the people he has always valued and respected throughout his political career.
“This decision comes after extensive consultation, and in response to the admonition of the people whose voices I have always valued and respected throughout my political journey,” he said.
According to Naija News, Nazif assured that despite leaving the PDP, he remains committed to democracy, nation-building, and working towards a better future for Nigeria.
“However, my dedication to democracy, nation-building, and a brighter future for Nigeria remains unwavering,” he added.
He explained that his decision to join the SDP was aimed at helping to build a strong political platform that upholds democratic values and ensures a better leadership recruitment system in the country.
“Consequently, I hereby declare my decision to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP) to establish a strong robust political platform that upholds democratic principles and fosters a more effective leadership recruitment system in Nigeria,” Nazif stated.
Nazif, who previously served on the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC) and Board of Trustees (BoT), is among several high-profile politicians who have recently left the party.
His defection comes at a time when the PDP is facing internal challenges, leading to a wave of exits by members looking for new political alignments.
