In a fiery response to Emmanuel Daniel Bwala, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has made it clear that he never sought a position in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. El-Rufai’s remarks come amid ongoing political tensions and accusations within the ruling party.
“I was a cabinet minister 22 years ago, and I was clear to Asiwaju that I was not interested in any position,” El-Rufai stated, referring to President Tinubu by his popular moniker. He criticized Bwala and others who have recently aligned themselves with Tinubu, describing their actions as a reflection of their “moral flexibility.”
El-Rufai did not hold back in his critique, labeling Bwala and others as “latter-day converts” to the Tinubu camp. “The pathetic manner all of you make an issue of something that I never wanted in the first place is a reflection of the level of your moral flexibility,” he said.
Despite his harsh words, El-Rufai acknowledged Bwala’s decency, stating, “I am only responding to you because I still think you are a decent person who may need a job.” He contrasted Bwala with other political figures, whom he referred to as “political mercenaries” receiving substantial stipends to defend the Tinubu administration’s actions, regardless of their merit.
El-Rufai’s response also took aim at Wendell Simlin and a “Kaduna pretender” whom he claimed were retired by voters in 2019. He accused these individuals of being part of a group that blindly supports the Tinubu government.
In a parting shot, El-Rufai advised Bwala to prioritize his allegiance to God and country over any individual or authority. “Enjoy your special adviser position, my brother, but remember that allegiance to God and country comes first in the human scale of accountability, before any person or authority,” he concluded.
El-Rufai’s response has added fuel to the political fire, highlighting the deep divisions and ongoing power struggles within the ruling party. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these tensions will impact the administration and its supporters.
