Statement claiming SDP expulsion of El-Rufai false – Spokesman

COUNTER STATEMENT ON FALSE CLAIMS REGARDING MALLAM NASIR EL-RUFAI’S EXPULSION FROM THE SDP

Our attention has been drawn to a false and misleading statement purportedly issued by one Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, claiming that Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has been expelled and banished from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) for thirty years.

We wish to categorically state the following in response:

1. Misrepresentation of Office:
The individual in question, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, does not currently serve as the National Publicity Secretary of the SDP. The authentic and duly recognized National Publicity Secretary of the Social Democratic Party is AMB. JUDITH SHU’AIBU. Therefore, any statement issued under Aiyenigba’s name in that capacity is null, unauthorized, and of no consequence.

2. Procedural Falsehood:
The SDP, as a democratic institution, operates under a constitution that outlines clear processes for membership admission and disciplinary action. At no point did Mallam El-Rufai receive any official query, disciplinary hearing, or expulsion notice from any legally constituted organ of the party, including his ward or the National Working Committee (NWC).

3. No Evidence of Misconduct:
The claim that Mallam El-Rufai is promoting the activities of other political parties is baseless and unsubstantiated. El-Rufai has consistently shown a commitment to good governance and national discourse, but has not claimed or paraded himself as an SDP member in any official capacity.

4. Smear Campaign and Internal Sabotage:
This misleading publication appears to be a politically motivated attempt to cause confusion within the party and the general public. It is unfortunate that individuals with no constitutional authority within the party structure are being used to orchestrate cheap propaganda and character assassination.

5. Clarification on Membership:
Mallam El-Rufai has formally declared membership of the SDP and completed the constitutional requirements, such as ward registration. Any suggestion otherwise is a fabrication aimed at dragging his name into political speculation.

6. Legal Consideration:
The circulation of such false claims under an impersonated office is defamatory and actionable under the law. Legal steps may be considered against the individuals involved in this misrepresentation if this smear continues.

Conclusion:
We urge the public, the media, and party stakeholders to disregard this fraudulent statement. The Social Democratic Party remains committed to democratic ideals and will not allow impostors to undermine its processes or use its name for personal or political vendettas.

Signed,
Hon. Darius Kurah
Publicity Secretary
Kaduna State Chapter.