The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Alhaji Shehu Gabam, has firmly rejected rumors of a political alliance with former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai ahead of the 2027 elections.
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In an interview on Television Continental’s Politics Tonight on Sunday, Gabam emphasized that the SDP’s focus is on fortifying its internal structures and offering Nigerians a credible political alternative.
“There’s no alliance with anyone. As the chairman of the party, I have not engaged in any discussions about alliances. Our focus is on reviewing our strategies from 2024 and building a dynamic, inclusive platform,” Gabam stated.
Discussing his interactions with El-Rufai, Gabam acknowledged the former governor’s prominent role in Nigerian politics but stressed that their relationship is personal, not political. He clarified, “El-Rufai is a major force, but my relationship with him is personal, not political. Some people magnify his presence to create unnecessary controversy.”
Gabam also criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the PDP, urging Nigerians to demand greater transparency and accountability from the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
