Northern Group Demands Probe of El-Rufai Over Phone Tapping

A northern citizen group has urged relevant authorities to investigate former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai regarding allegations of phone tapping that could compromise national security. The group, represented by Yusuf Kanhu, described the claims as serious and requiring urgent clarification.

They emphasized that any unauthorized interference with official communications undermines public confidence in national security institutions. The group did not provide specific instances linking El-Rufai's recent public statements to the alleged phone tapping but accused him of attempting to present a different narrative regarding security challenges during his tenure from 2015 to 2023.

They highlighted the recurring issues of banditry and violence in southern Kaduna, which affected communities significantly. The statement also called for political leaders to exercise restraint in public comments related to national security to maintain clarity and trust in the country's security institutions.