Senator Rufai Hanga, who serves as Deputy Minority Whip in Nigeria’s Senate and represents Kano Central Senatorial District, has resigned from the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). Multiple reports say he communicates the decision in a letter dated 3 August 2026 addressed to the ward chairman of the NDC in his ward. The senator states that his resignation takes effect on that date and describes it as the result of “careful reflection and personal deliberation.” He says he withdraws his NDC membership to pursue other personal commitments and career paths. The reports also note that he expresses appreciation to the ward executive committee and members for the opportunities, support, and fellowship he received while in the party. In the letter, he requests that his name be formally removed from the party register at the ward level and indicates that his official NDC membership card is attached. He ends by wishing the party and its members well for the future. The NDC’s immediate response was not included in the reports summarized here.