Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor, claims no one is too big to be voted out of office, criticizing current governance as dangerous and ethnocentric. His comments suggest potential political upheaval in Nigeria and have sparked widespread debate.
Bashir El-Rufai, the son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has stirred discussions with a provocative statement on social media. In response to speculations about a rift between his father and President Tinubu, Bashir shared his perspective on X (formerly Twitter).
Bashir boldly declared, "Nobody is too big to be elected out of office by the people. It will happen and Wallahi nothing will happen." He went further to criticize what he sees as a "failure of governance" wrapped in dangerous, ethnocentric political strategies, suggesting potential significant political shifts in the 2027 elections.
This declaration followed an X user's comment on the perceived tension between President Tinubu and Nasir El-Rufai. Despite his involvement in Tinubu's campaign, Bashir has distanced himself from the presidency since Tinubu's inauguration.
In his posts, Bashir warned that even global entities like the IMF and World Bank wouldn't be able to shield the current administration from the people's will when the time comes. "Let us be patient," he urged, emphasizing that political change driven by the electorate is inevitable.
Bashir later clarified that he did not single out any individuals, implying that those feeling targeted are likely aware of their culpability. His remarks have received mixed reactions, with some advising him to remain silent while others praised his frankness.
As Nigeria's political scene continues to evolve, Bashir El-Rufai's comments highlight underlying tensions and the potential for substantial changes led by public opinion.
