Former PDP Deputy National Chairman Defects to SDP
Former Deputy National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Suleiman Nazif, has officially left the party and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Senator Nazif, who hails from Bauchi State, made the announcement of his defection in a statement issued on 28th March, 2025, marking the end of his association with the PDP, a party he had been a part of for many years.
His defection is expected to have notable political implications, particularly in Bauchi, where the senator has held considerable influence.
The move comes amid ongoing shifts within Nigeria’s political landscape as various leaders and politicians realign themselves with parties that they believe align better with their political ambitions and ideologies. Senator Nazif’s decision to join the SDP is seen as part of this broader trend of realignment.
The SDP, a party with a growing presence in the Nigerian political scene, has welcomed the senator’s defection, viewing it as a boost to its stature and an important step towards strengthening its political influence.
Further reactions from both the PDP and SDP are anticipated, as Senator Nazif’s defection could affect the political dynamics in his home state of Bauchi and beyond.
