Kaduna State's former governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has shed light on his relationship with President Bola Tinubu, stating unequivocally that they were never close friends. This revelation came during an interview with Arise TV, where El-Rufai shared his thoughts on the 2022 presidential primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ¹.
According to El-Rufai, his primary concern during the election was ensuring that a Southerner emerged as the APC flagbearer, in line with the party's agreement when it was formed in 2013. He emphasized that after President Muhammadu Buhari's eight years in office, power was supposed to shift to the South ¹ ².
El-Rufai's indifference to who became the presidential candidate, as long as it was a Southerner, underscores his commitment to the party's initial agreement. His statement, "Tinubu was never my friend, we weren't close," highlights the distinction between political alliances and personal relationships ¹ ².
This development provides insight into the complexities of Nigerian politics and the dynamics between key players. As the country navigates its political landscape, statements like El-Rufai's offer a glimpse into the motivations and priorities of its leaders.
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