Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has stirred up controversy with his recent remarks about President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, stating that, as a private citizen, he has the right to be "reckless" and express dissatisfaction with the President's performance.
In a bold statement, El-Rufai suggested that if President Tinubu’s administration does not perform well by 2027, the Nigerian people should vote him out. “We gave the southerners their chance. They gave us Tinubu; has he done well? If he hasn’t done well by 2027, let’s vote him out,” El-Rufai remarked during a public address.
The comments come as El-Rufai, who has been a vocal political figure, weighs in on the national discourse surrounding Tinubu’s presidency and its future. While expressing his personal opinion, El-Rufai emphasized that as a private citizen, he had the liberty to voice concerns and frustrations about the administration.
This statement from the former governor has prompted mixed reactions across Nigeria, with some supporting his candidness while others criticize his remarks as divisive and disrespectful. El-Rufai's history of blunt statements and his influence within the political scene make his words a topic of significant discussion, especially as Nigerians approach the mid-point of President Tinubu’s term.
El-Rufai’s challenge to Tinubu’s leadership underscores the growing impatience among some sectors of the population, calling for accountability and tangible results from the current administration. As the country looks toward the future, El-Rufai’s comments serve as a reminder of the political volatility and shifting allegiances within Nigerian politics.
