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Ex-PDP deputy national chair Suleiman Nazif joins SDP

Suleiman Nazif

Suleiman Nazif, a former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resigned from the party.

Nazif, an ex-senator who represented Bauchi north, announced his defection from the PDP to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in a statement released on Friday.

“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,” the statement reads.

“However, my dedication to democracy, nation-building and a brighter future for Nigeria remains unwavering.

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“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 was a member of the PDP national working committee (NWC) and board of trustees (BoT).

The PDP has seen a wave of defection of members to other parties over the protracted crisis in the party.

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