Saidu Defends Relationship with El-Rufai Amid Betrayal Claims
Saidu, the former Chief of Staff to ex-Governor El-Rufai, refuted claims of betrayal in an interview with RFI Hausa. He stated that he and El-Rufai collaboratively established the political structure that enabled El-Rufai to win elections.
Saidu recounted his personal sacrifices, including spending 104 days in prison, and emphasized that they departed only when they felt undervalued. He mentioned that they had supported Malam Jaafaru as a candidate in Kaduna, unaware that El-Rufai had already chosen another candidate.
Saidu criticized the notion that El-Rufai's political structure was significant, asserting that the former governor still owed them for their contributions. He highlighted their deep-rooted political ties, dating back to the time of Abiola in the SDP, and mentioned other political figures who were part of their early political journey.
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