Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has disclosed that he was pressured by ex-President Muhammadu Buhari to pursue the gubernatorial position. During an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Monday evening, he indicated that he might consider switching to another political party if the All Progressives Congress (APC) does not maintain its principles and ideals. He stated, “I have never harbored any ambitions.” You can inquire with Buhari—he compelled me to pursue the governorship of Kaduna State due to my apprehension about running. “I am an employee.” Some individuals enter politics, and when challenging tasks come up, they seek out individuals like myself to accomplish them. Oby, Ngozi, and I are not the kind of people who would stand on a stage and ask others to vote for us. “That doesn’t align with who we are; it’s not how we’ve been trained. After we established the APC, Buhari reached out to me and advised, ‘You should run for governor.'”}soe do. In fact, in his recent speech, he reiterated his commitment to addressing these challenges, emphasizing the need for government officials to be more accountable and to prioritize the welfare of the citizens. The president acknowledged the concerns of the populace regarding issues such as security, the economy, and corruption, stating that his administration is implementing reforms aimed at resolving these problems effectively. He encouraged citizens to remain engaged and vigilant in holding their leaders accountable. I responded, ‘No, sir, I lack that particular skill set—my expertise is in technical areas.’ However, he maintained, “We had several discussions before I ultimately consented. I intend to stay involved in politics for my entire life, but that doesn’t imply that I will be running for office.
