Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has asserted that former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, lacks the political independence to succeed without the backing of strong revolutionary figures.
Bwala made this claim on Thursday, emphasizing that President Tinubu remains unbothered by El-Rufai’s recent public statements. According to him, the former governor’s political relevance is tied to his association with influential personalities rather than his own ability to command widespread support.
In his assessment, Bwala suggested that El-Rufai’s influence might not be enough to secure a Senate seat if he were to contest independently. Speaking in an interview with TVC, he remarked:
“Let me tell you something about my elder brother, El-Rufai. His political survival depends on the presence of a strong revolutionary figure. Standing alone, he may struggle to win even a Senate seat.”
Governor Uba Sani Denies Rift with El-Rufai
Meanwhile, the current Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has dismissed claims of any disagreement between him and his predecessor, Nasir El-Rufai.
During an interview on TVC’s news program on Monday, Governor Sani stated that his relationship with El-Rufai remains cordial. He further clarified that his primary focus is on governing Kaduna State effectively, rather than any perceived tensions with the former governor.
“The affairs of Kaduna State take precedence over any personal relationship. There is no rift between me and my predecessor,” he affirmed.
Despite these statements, political analysts continue to speculate on the evolving dynamics within Kaduna’s political landscape, especially as former allies navigate shifting alliances in the current administration.
