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El-Rufai Denise Corruption Allegations, Vows to Swear on Quran

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El-Rufai Denise Corruption Allegations, Vows to Swear on Quran

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El-Rufai: I'll Return to Politics in 2027, God Willing

By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has come out swinging, denying allegations of misappropriating public funds during his eight-year tenure. He made these comments on a Hausa program aired on Freedom Radio station in Kaduna, stating he entered politics solely to serve the people, not to enrich himself.

El-Rufai emphasized he was content with his life before becoming governor and is prepared to swear on the Quran that he never misused public funds, challenging other leaders to do the same.

The Kaduna State House of Assembly had previously indicted his administration for mismanaging over N423 billion, but El-Rufai and his allies claim they’re being witch-hunted by the Assembly and state government.

I didn’t go into public service to steal or take people’s money

He expressed frustration at the accusations, saying, “I didn’t go into public service to steal or take people’s money. I joined politics only to serve the people of Kaduna State.”

El-Rufai also revealed plans to return to politics by 2027, as he believes there’s no retirement in politics. He’s currently focusing on his studies and will continue working for the people alongside like-minded individuals who prioritize serving the public over personal gain.

I was quiet to see how things would turn out, but for me, I always ask God to help me in whatever I do in life because, as a human being, I always try not to do anything wrong or betray the people’s trust

El-Rufai stated, “I was quiet to see how things would turn out, but for me, I always ask God to help me in whatever I do in life because, as a human being, I always try not to do anything wrong or betray the people’s trust.” He added that he had already prayed about the issue and is leaving everything to God’s judgment. Despite this, he has instructed his lawyers to sue those attempting to tarnish his name.

El-Rufai concluded, “You can still continue working for the people even after government, and that is what we are doing right now. We are still working alongside those who cherish serving the people, not those who enter politics or governance to siphon public funds to add to their wealth. That is not our intention. God knows that, and the people with positive minds know that too. May God bring development to our people.”

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