Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, a member of the House of Representatives representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, has defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
El-Rufai, who is the son of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, announced his resignation from the ruling APC on Thursday via a post on his official X account.
He disclosed that his defection was formally announced on the floor of the House by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas.
“In the name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. A few hours ago, the Rt. Hon. Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas GCON, announced my letter of resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and my formal move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at plenary,” he said.
The Lawmaker stated that he has now joined the ADC and would seek re-election on the party’s platform to continue representing his constituents.
“I am now a member of the ADC, and I will be seeking re-election to continue representing the good people of Kaduna North Federal Constituency on this platform.
“I am joined in this new chapter by our respected elder, Hon. Engr. Suleiman Richifa, representing Soba, and my dear brother, Hon. Umar Ajilo, representing Makarfi/Kudan, who both defected from their previous parties to the African Democratic Congress. Together, we are building a home for progressive, people-focused service.”
He noted that his decision to leave the APC was taken after careful consideration, guided by what he described as courage and conviction.
“As a proud son of Mallam Nasir Elrufai, I am guided by courage, conviction, and the unshakable belief that our people deserve the very best. To the people of Kaduna North: our work continues, and it will not stop. We will never compromise on delivering quality representation. There is still so much to do,” he said.
El-Rufai also outlined plans to strengthen healthcare delivery in his constituency, revealing that he would soon announce an ad hoc committee for a Primary Health Care initiative.
“By the grace of God, I will soon announce the ad hoc committee for the Primary Health Care initiative I unveiled last week. We will be equipping Primary Health Care Centres with medical supplies, starting with 1,000 syringes per PHC and other essential items,” he said.
“Phase I begins with two centres: Unguwar Sarki Ward and Badarawa/Malali Ward. May Allah SWT continue to guide us as we serve the people. And may He bless Nigeria with the best leaders.”
El-Rufai currently serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Banking Regulations.
His defection adds to the shifting political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
