National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has refuted claims made by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai that he is pursuing a presidential ambition for 2031, stating that his focus remains on serving the nation.
During an interview with Arise TV on Monday, El-Rufai alleged that Ribadu was working to sideline northern politicians to achieve his supposed political goals.
However, in a statement released the same day, Ribadu dismissed the allegations, emphasizing that he has never spoken negatively about El-Rufai and has no intention of doing so now.
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“My attention has been drawn to the interview granted by Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, the immediate past governor of Kaduna State Monday evening.
“If my silence wouldn’t risk being construed as consent, I would have ignored him. I am too preoccupied with my current assignment as to get into a media fight with Nasir El-Rufai or anyone else.
“Despite the incessant baiting and attacks I have never spoken ill of Nasir on record anywhere. This is out of respect for our past association and our respective families. I will not start today.
“I however urge the public to disregard El-rufai’s statements against me.
“For the avoidance of doubt, I want to put it on record that I have never discussed running for president in 2031 with anybody. All my focus and energy are geared completely towards the advancement of Nigeria and the success of the President Tinubu administration.
“I therefore ask Nasir El-Rufai to allow me face my onerous national assignment just as I do not bother myself with his own affairs,” Mr Ribadu said.
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