El-Rufai Accuses NSA Nuhu Ribadu of Plotting to Replace President Tinubu in 2031, Criticizes Appointment of Yoruba Allies

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has made a controversial claim, accusing the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, of planning to replace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2031 elections. El-Rufai’s statement, which was made in a public address, has sparked heated debates across political circles.

El-Rufai also took aim at President Tinubu's recent appointments, suggesting that the president is favoring Yoruba individuals, whom he referred to as "Yoruba touts." According to El-Rufai, this pattern of appointments is creating an imbalance in the political landscape, with key positions seemingly being reserved for those from the southwest.

"The current political appointments under President Tinubu are troubling. It is clear that some individuals are positioning themselves for 2031, and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, is one of them," El-Rufai said. "We need to be careful as a nation, because this kind of ambition could destabilize the unity of the country."

El-Rufai's remarks come at a time when political tensions in the country are rising, with many criticizing the balance of power and representation in Tinubu's government. The former governor, known for his candid and often controversial statements, expressed concerns over the lack of inclusivity in high-ranking government appointments.

Nuhu Ribadu, a former EFCC chairman, has not publicly responded to the claims, and President Tinubu's office has yet to issue an official statement on El-Rufai's allegations. As political drama continues to unfold, the statements are likely to stir further debates on the future direction of Nigeria's leadership and its political dynamics in the years to come.