Rufai Hanga, NDC’s only northern senator, quits party

Rufai Hanga, senator representing Kano central, has resigned from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

Hanga, who is the NDC’s only senator from the north and currently serves as deputy minority whip of the senate, announced his resignation in a letter dated August 3 and addressed to the party chairman of Najeria ward in Nassarawa LGA of Kano state.

The lawmaker said his resignation takes immediate effect, adding that the decision followed “careful reflection and personal deliberation”.

“I am writing to formally notify you of my resignation from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), effective from today, 3rd August 2026,” the letter reads.

“After careful reflection and personal deliberation, I have decided to withdraw my membership from the party to pursue other personal commitments and career paths.”

Hanga thanked the ward executive committee and members of the party for their support during his time in the NDC.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude to you, the Ward Executive Committee, and the entire membership of Dakata Ward for the opportunities, support, and fellowship I enjoyed during my time with the party,” he said.

“I cherish the relationships built and the experiences gained during our political activities together.

“I request that my name be formally removed from the party register at the ward level.”

Hanga did not disclose his next political move or indicate whether he intends to join another political party.

His resignation leaves the NDC without representation in the senate from northern Nigeria.