The Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas GCON, has formally announced the resignation of Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
El-Rufai, who represents Kaduna North Federal Constituency and chairs the House Committee on Banking Regulations, declared his intention to seek re-election under the ADC platform. He emphasized that the move was driven by a commitment to “progressive, people-focused service” and the need to deliver quality representation.
He is joined in the defection by Hon. Engr. Suleiman Richifa of Soba and Hon. Umar Ajilo of Makarfi/Kudan, both of whom also crossed over to the ADC. Together, the trio pledged to strengthen the party’s presence in Kaduna State and beyond.
“As a proud son of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, I am guided by courage, conviction, and the unshakable belief that our people deserve the very best,” El-Rufai said in his statement. “Our work continues, and it will not stop.”
In addition to his political realignment, El-Rufai announced plans to inaugurate an ad hoc committee for a Primary Health Care initiative unveiled last week. The program will equip Primary Health Care Centres with essential medical supplies, beginning with 1,000 syringes per centre and other critical items. Phase I will cover two centres: Unguwar Sarki Ward and Badarawa/Malali Ward.
He concluded his statement with prayers for divine guidance and blessings for Nigeria, reaffirming his dedication to serving the people of Kaduna North.
