2027: El-Rufai’s Son Displays SDP Logo Amidst His Father’s Defection Rumours

Bashir El-Rufai, the outspoken son of the immediate-past Kaduna State governor, has sparked speculation by displaying the logo of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) on his verified Facebook page on Monday, fueling rumors about his father’s political moves.

Bashir’s post was simple, featuring only the SDP logo, without any accompanying text or explanation. This has led to further speculation amidst ongoing discussions about his father, former Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s political future.

Rumors of a potential defection have been circulating regarding El-Rufai, who has been meeting with key political figures across the country, including former President Muhammadu Buhari and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. These discussions are said to be centered on the formation of a new political alliance or coalition aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential elections.

Despite the growing rumors, El-Rufai has repeatedly denied any intention to leave the APC, stating that he remains a member of the party.

Bashir’s social media post, however, has intensified speculation about possible shifts in the family’s political alignment, with many now closely monitoring their next moves in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.