Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has made a striking critique of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his administration as a failure. El-Rufai made the controversial remarks during an exclusive interview on Arise TV, sparking intense reactions across the country.
In the interview, El-Rufai expressed his disappointment with Buhari’s tenure, pointing out lapses in governance, policy execution, and leadership. “Buhari was a failure,” he stated bluntly, adding that the administration did not effectively address the needs of Nigerians or fulfill the promises made to the electorate.
El-Rufai, a key member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a close ally of Buhari during his presidency, has surprised many with this candid assessment. Political observers note that his comments could signal a shift in the internal dynamics of the APC as it navigates post-Buhari challenges.
The interview has ignited debates among Nigerians, with opinions divided along partisan and ideological lines. Critics of Buhari’s administration have seized on El-Rufai’s statement as validation of their long-held concerns, while supporters of the former president have dismissed it as politically motivated rhetoric.
The APC leadership has yet to officially respond to the comments, and Buhari himself has remained silent on the matter. However, El-Rufai’s remarks are likely to have a lasting impact on the narrative surrounding Buhari’s legacy and the performance of his administration.
This development underscores growing tensions within Nigeria’s political elite as the nation continues to grapple with economic and security challenges. Analysts predict that El-Rufai’s comments may influence public discourse and shape the strategies of political actors in the run-up to future elections.
