Investigate My Father’s Govt with Clear Intentions – El-Rufai’s Son

Bello El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and current House of Representatives Member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, has reacted to the ongoing rift between his father and Governor Uba Sani.

The lawmaker made the remarks in a recent interview with BBC Hausa’s Mahangar Zamani.

Bello expressed his displeasure over the rift between the two key political figures, stating that it is “unsettling” to see them at odds. He attributed the fallout to the inevitable ups and downs of life, comparing it to marriages that sometimes break and friends who cut ties.

He said, “It is unsettling. I wouldn’t love to see my enemies picking a fight with each other. I love peace.”

However, he said it is important to maintain and preserve relationships, regardless of the circumstances.

He added, “None of them told me anything about the rift. I only got to understand that things are no longer as before.”

“People want the issue to look like that of Dramendra and Amitabh Bachchan (in one Indian movie). Some are even calling me to coax out information on what is happening.”

Regarding the investigations launched by Governor Sani’s government into his father’s administration, Bello stated that probing the past government is not a bad idea, but it should be done with clear intentions and not to humiliate anyone or settle personal scores.

Bello said, “It is not a bad thing to investigate. But it should be done with clear intention and not to humiliate anyone or because someone has offended you. But if you are doing it for selfish reasons, Allah will judge. Allah will forgive your frailties but will not overlook the harm you inflict on someone.”

When asked if he could reconcile the two, Bello said it is not his job.

His words, “It is not my job. Mine is to focus on delivering on my mandate to the good people of Kaduna North. I love peace and fidelity. But for me, if I were to join issues with anyone, I’d rather approach it not publicly.

“For me, politically speaking, Mallam Nasiru has no equal. He is only concentrating on his work. He’s a father. He’s my father.

“It is still surprising that some people are waiting for me to say something about Governor Uba Sani.”