In a fiery statement that’s sending shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that no amount of political alliances can save a leader who loses the people’s trust.
“You can gather all the governors, but if Nigerians reject you, it is over,” El-Rufai declared, underscoring the growing tension within the ruling political class.
The former governor’s bold remarks are seen as a veiled critique of recent moves by the Presidency to consolidate support among state governors amid rising public discontent over the economy, insecurity, and governance.
Political analysts say El-Rufai’s comments reflect deeper fractures within the ruling elite and could signal the beginning of major realignments ahead of the 2027 elections.
Is El-Rufai positioning himself for a political comeback, or is this a warning from a former insider watching the tide turn?
Sahara Reporters
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