Bwala Dismisses El-Rufai’s Influence, Claims He Couldn’t Win a Senate Seat
Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has firmly dismissed the idea that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai could have any significant political impact on President Tinubu’s leadership.
In an interview with TVC News, Bwala remarked that el-Rufai’s attempts to challenge or “unsettle” the president are futile, as the former governor lacks the political weight to do so. He pointed out that el-Rufai’s influence is overstated, claiming that the former governor would be unable to secure even a Senate seat in the current political climate.
President Tinubu Unmoved by El-Rufai’s Criticisms, Says Bwala
Bwala emphasized that despite el-Rufai’s ongoing criticisms of President Tinubu’s administration, the President remains unperturbed. According to Bwala, these criticisms don’t rattle the President’s leadership or his strategic decisions.
“El-Rufai’s criticisms are not a cause for concern,” Bwala stated, adding that they hold no weight in the grand scheme of national politics.
Bwala Slams El-Rufai’s Political Capacity, Calls Him a ‘Follower’ of Strong Leaders
In a striking critique, Bwala shared insights about el-Rufai’s political career, suggesting that the former governor’s success hinges on aligning with strong and revolutionary figures. According to Bwala, el-Rufai has never truly thrived on his own and has always gained prominence when closely associated with powerful leaders.
“Let me tell you something about my elder brother, el-Rufai. There’s a dynamic around him. El-Rufai needs a solid revolutionary figure to thrive,” Bwala said, implying that el-Rufai’s political future is limited without such support.
El-Rufai’s Political Future in Doubt, According to President’s Adviser
Bwala’s remarks also cast doubt on el-Rufai’s future in politics, suggesting that the former governor may struggle in the absence of a strong political ally. In his blunt assessment, Bwala stated that on his own, el-Rufai would be unlikely to secure a Senate seat, a claim that further undermines el-Rufai’s political influence.
With these remarks, Bwala paints a picture of a politician whose influence is far less formidable than it may seem, casting a shadow on el-Rufai’s potential to make waves in the political arena.
