{"id":162606,"date":"2025-05-15T22:52:02","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T21:52:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/2027-el-rufai-solidarity-group-inaugurated-in-sokoto"},"modified":"2025-05-15T23:53:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T22:53:50","slug":"2027-el-rufai-solidarity-group-inaugurated-in-sokoto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/2027-el-rufai-solidarity-group-inaugurated-in-sokoto","title":{"rendered":"2027: El-Rufai solidarity group inaugurated in Sokoto"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A new political movement under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), the Nasiru El-Rufai Solidarity Group, also known as Nasiriya, was inaugurated on Thursday in Sokoto State ahead of Nigeria\u2019s 2027 general elections.<\/p>\n<p>The National Coordinator of the group, Ibrahim Babuga, who led the inauguration of the new state leadership, described the movement as a strategic initiative to support the anticipated presidential ambition of the former Kaduna State Governor.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, Nasiriya is a rapidly expanding political and social movement grounded in reformist ideals and committed to the values of good governance, inclusivity, and youth empowerment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe organisation operates under the SDP and has gained significant traction across Northern Nigeria, especially in Kaduna, Kano, Maiduguri, Niger, Katsina, and Sokoto States.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt aims to provide a viable alternative platform for progressive-minded Nigerians who are disenchanted with the status quo.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur core principles are rooted in accountability, transparency, and equitable development, values inspired by El-Rufai\u2019s leadership record in public office,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Babuga also called for increased female participation in the 2027 elections, promising the group\u2019s full support for any woman interested in contesting political office.<\/p>\n<p>He urged SDP supporters to continue mobilising grassroots support and to champion the party\u2019s transformational agenda.<\/p>\n<p>The SDP Chairman in Sokoto State, Sani Romo, in his remarks, highlighted the party\u2019s presence in the state since 1992 and its active role in past elections.<\/p>\n<p>He described El-Rufai\u2019s entry into the SDP as a major boost and a litmus test for the party\u2019s ambition to become Nigeria\u2019s leading political force.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo our teeming youth, I assure you that the SDP remains committed to partnering with you in building a brighter future and delivering responsible leadership,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>On his part, the State Grand Patron of the group, Sunusi Gidadawa, said the movement was borne out of shared ideals and a collective desire to create a better future, especially for Northern Nigeria.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasized the need for visionary leadership that would restore the region\u2019s lost glory in areas such as security, agriculture, and peaceful coexistence.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking earlier, the State Coordinator of Nasiriya, Sunusi Lamido, pledged to continue mobilising support to ensure the success of the movement.<\/p>\n<p>He hailed El-Rufai\u2019s leadership qualities as the motivation behind their unwavering commitment and urged members to remain steadfast in their support<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. A new political movement under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), the Nasiru El-Rufai Solidarity Group, also known as Nasiriya, was inaugurated on Thursday in Sokoto State ahead of Nigeria\u2019s 2027 general elections. 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