Presidency Condemns El-Rufai for Alleged Wiretapping

The presidency of Nigeria has expressed outrage over allegations that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai tapped the phone calls of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. This condemnation was articulated by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga during a call on Friday, shortly after El-Rufai's interview on Arise TV, where he claimed to have accessed Ribadu's phone conversations.

Onanuga declared that if El-Rufai's confession regarding wiretapping is substantiated, it would necessitate a thorough investigation, and he would be punished accordingly. He emphasized that no individual is above the law, and El-Rufai's actions, if proven, would be considered illegal as they occurred without a court order.

El-Rufai also mentioned that other individuals were involved in listening to Ribadu's conversations, suggesting a broader conspiracy. The presidency's firm stance indicates a commitment to uphold legal standards and accountability within the security apparatus of the nation.