Presidency Responds to El-Rufai's NSA Phone Tapping Claims

The Nigerian Presidency has reacted to claims made by Nasir El-Rufai concerning the alleged tapping of the phone of the National Security Adviser (NSA). El-Rufai, a former governor, suggested that the NSA's phone conversations were intercepted, which he defended as a necessary act, despite acknowledging its illegality.

The Presidency's spokesperson expressed grave concern about the implications for national security, stating that El-Rufai's confession of wiretapping the NSA's phone indicates a serious breach of law. The spokesperson, Onanuga, stressed that the matter would not be ignored and called for a comprehensive investigation to hold El-Rufai accountable, asserting that no individual is above the law.

The statement was made shortly after El-Rufai's interview aired on television, highlighting the urgency of addressing the allegations and ensuring that appropriate punitive measures are taken.