By Parrot Newspaper 
“I Wasn’t Rejected — Tinubu Changed His Mind,” El-Rufai Breaks Silence on Ministerial Nomination
By Parrot Newspaper – News That Talks to You
In a revelation that has stirred fresh political conversations, Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has dismissed claims that the National Assembly rejected his ministerial nomination. Speaking candidly on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Tuesday, El-Rufai clarified that it was President Bola Tinubu who decided to withdraw his nomination.
“The President simply changed his mind on the nomination,” El-Rufai stated, putting to rest swirling speculations that legislative opposition sealed his fate. His comments come after weeks of public conjecture and political intrigue over the real reasons behind his omission from Tinubu’s cabinet.
Known for his forthrightness and sometimes controversial stances, El-Rufai’s remarks have sparked questions about the inner workings of the administration and the dynamics that influenced Tinubu’s decision. Is there more to the story than meets the eye? What prompted the President’s change of heart regarding one of the country’s most outspoken political figures?
While El-Rufai refrained from delving into the specifics behind Tinubu’s reversal, his composed demeanor suggested no ill will—yet left room for political analysts to speculate on underlying tensions or shifting alliances within the corridors of power.
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