El-Rufai’s Own Words Have Deepened His Latest Political Crisis

Nasir El-Rufai’s supporters portray his current troubles as the work of a vindictive political establishment. But his critics argue that some of his biggest political setbacks have also been caused by his own public comments and confrontational approach. The controversy over alleged intercepted communications involving National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has renewed attention on remarks El-Rufai reportedly made on national television about listening to calls. The courts will determine any criminal issues, but the argument here is that his own words have already created serious political damage. The writer points to El-Rufai’s past fallouts with former allies and political associates, including Olusegun Obasanjo, Atiku Abubakar, Ribadu, Shehu Sani, Uba Sani and others. The central criticism is that disagreements around him often become bitter and public battles. El-Rufai remains one of Nigeria’s most influential and combative political figures. However, this opinion argues that intelligence and courage must be matched with restraint, especially when political relationships repeatedly end in destructive conflict.

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