Presidency says former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai is creating political tension and diverting attention from corruption allegations in the state
The Presidency of Nigeria has accused former Nasir El-Rufai of deliberately creating tension in the country while diverting attention from corruption allegations in Kaduna State.
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Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, stated on his verified X handle that El-Rufai is trying to damage the federal government through misinformation and portray himself as a victim.
Ajayi highlighted two main intentions behind El-Rufai’s recent actions:
1. Create political tension,generating fear and unrest nationwide.
2. Divert attention from domestic corruption issues,particularly his legal and financial problems in Kaduna State.
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The statement follows El-Rufai’s national television interview criticizing the APC-led federal government and the recent attempt by the Department of State Services (DSS) to arrest him at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, which sparked nationwide debate.
