By John Audu, Abuja.
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has dismissed allegations of failing to support President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, asserting that he has moved on from such claims.
In a statement made on Monday, El-Rufai, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), addressed the ongoing political discourse surrounding his involvement in the election that saw Tinubu secure victory against main opposition candidates Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.
El-Rufai’s comments come in response to a recent tweet from an X user, Yusuf Tukur, who suggested that Tinubu and his allies had sought El-Rufai’s support prior to the election but later accused him of not backing the president effectively. Tukur’s tweet highlighted the perceived ingratitude of Tinubu’s camp in light of El-Rufai’s past contributions.
In reaction, El-Rufai took to his X handle, emphasizing that his political actions were driven by a sense of duty rather than personal gain. “We did what we did for God, country, and party, expecting nothing in return,” he stated. “What is unfolding is merely another life experience and part of human nature. We have moved on, but their conscience won’t let them sleep well. Thanks anyway.”
El-Rufai further clarified his position on governance, expressing his disdain for political pretense and likening some politicians to actors. “Truly, I don’t know how to pretend. Being a Nollywood actor in governance is for some others, not for some of us,” he remarked, reinforcing his commitment to authenticity in political leadership.
