Politics

2023 Presidential Elections: SDP Not In Alliance With Any Parties- Aiyenigba

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2 years ago

January 12, 2023

Joel Ajayi

The National Publicity Secretary, Social Democratic Party SDP Amb. Rufus Aivenigba has debunked the rumour of forming an alliance or negotiating with any political party for the forthcoming presidential election, saying Barrister Adewole Adebayo remains the party candidate.

It was earlier reported that a member of the APC Mr Alfa Muhammed said that the ruling party has an alliance with SDP, to boost the chances of its flagbearer, Bola Tinubu.

Speaking on Thursday at the Press briefing in Abuja, Aiyenigba denied any deal with the APC or any other political party described the statement as fabricator of falsehood.

According to him, the attention of the chip of the Social Democratic Party SDP has been called to some dishonest and illegitimate publications by one Mr. Alfa Mohammed who had claimed he was speaking on behalf of our great Party the Social Democratic Party, and purportedly with respect to the Party’s Presidential Candidate and collaboration with other political Parties. But SDP disowns Mr Mohammed and insists that “he is on his own.”

“As a matter of fact, Mr. Alfa Mohammed is a complete persona non-grata in the Social Democratic Party. He is a compulsive impostor and fabricator of falsehood.

“The Party had in the past put a disclaimer on this same Mr. Alfa Mohammed, a former member of the Social Democratic Party when it was first discovered that he was fond of concocting spurious, sometimes fraudulent, and unfounded reports and stories.

“It was this habitual recklessness and outright disregard for decorum by Mr. Alfa Mohammed that led to his being relieved of his position as Deputy Publicity Secretary of the Party in November 2018 before he was suspended from the Party in March 2019 by the National Working Committee (NWC) and later expelled by the National Executive Committee (NEC) in August 2019. His expulsion was upheld by the subsequent National Convention of the Party in June 2022.

“It is true to his character for Mr Mohammed who has not been part of any activities of the Social Democratic Party in four years, that is, since early 2019 but has intermittently pushed fabricated lies to mislead and defraud the public with the malicious intents to tarnish the reputation of targeted individuals in the Social Democratic Party or in other Party under the irrational guise that he is fabricating a “faction”.

He added that: “We note that no political party can curtail disciplined or expelled ex-members from grumbling or groaning to get noticed but faction-fabricators like Alfa Mohammed need to be called to order when their shamelessness start to impinge on the sensibilities of the public.

“We are not interested in what has motivated Mr. Mohammed for his recklessness or how this has become his character hallmark, therefore, we formally reported his serial misinformation and misrepresentation to the Inspector General of Police in August 2022 for the Apex Law Enforcer to call him to order for “Impersonation, False Pretenses and Conduct Likely to Cause Breach of Peace and Mr. Mohammed is, indeed, under watch and investigation for criminal impersonation.”

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Politics

Hon. Gloria Sarauniya Usman Elected as State Secretary of the Social Democratic Party, FCT

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2 weeks ago

May 25, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

A prominent grassroots mobilizer and seasoned politician, Hon. Gloria Sarauniya Usman, has been elected as the State Secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Her emergence was confirmed during the party’s State Congress held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the SDP National Secretariat in Abuja.

The congress, which was peaceful and well-attended by delegates from across the FCT, marked a significant turning point for the party’s leadership. Several key officials were elected into various strategic roles, with Hon. Gloria’s victory standing out as a reflection of the party’s growing emphasis on inclusive leadership and grassroots empowerment.

Gloria Sarauniya is widely respected within political circles for her unwavering commitment to party ideals and her dedication to community development. Before joining the SDP, she served as Deputy National Contact and Mobilization Secretary of the PDP Professional and Business Group (PDPPBG), where she championed professional engagement and grassroots outreach.

Her election as State Secretary is being celebrated across the party as a boost to internal coordination and strategic planning. Known for her humility, administrative acumen, and passion for social inclusion, Gloria has consistently played pivotal roles in mobilizing support for the party across the six area councils of the FCT.

Speaking with JOWBBLOG, party stakeholders described her as “an astute politician, a tireless organizer, and a voice for women and youth in the political space.” One delegate remarked: “She deserves this position. Hon. Gloria Sarauniya has been a pillar in the party, always working behind the scenes to promote its values and strengthen its foundation—even when it wasn’t politically convenient.”

Her leadership as State Secretary is expected to usher in a new era of efficiency, inclusivity, and robust mobilization efforts, positioning the SDP for greater electoral success in the FCT.

With Hon. Gloria Sarauniya Usman now occupying one of the most strategic roles in the state chapter, party observers believe the SDP is better equipped to consolidate its grassroots presence and expand its influence in upcoming elections.

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