Sadiq Nawaz

Sadiq Nawaz
Ackley Bridge character
First appearance	Episode 1 7 June 2017
Last appearance	Episode 26 6 August 2019
Portrayed by	Adil Ray
In-universe information
Occupation	Businessman
Spouse	Farida Nawaz
Children	Alya Nawaz (daughter) Riz Nawaz (son) Kacey 'Spud' Gartside (daughter)
Religion	Muslim
Nationality	Pakistani-British

Sadiq Nawaz is a fictional character from the Channel 4 school drama Ackley Bridge, portrayed by Adil Ray. Sadiq first appeared in the pilot episode of the series, first broadcast on 7 June 2017. Sadiq is introduced as the school sponsor of the fictional Ackley Bridge College, as well as a local businessman. His storylines in the series include having an affair with headteacher Mandy Carter (Jo Joyner), losing his business due to financial struggles and discovering he has a third child.