In a recent Premium Times Nigeria article, author Kehinde Kolawole questions whether former ally of President Bola Tinubu, former Kaduna governor Nasir El‑Rufai, would face the same treatment if he remained in the ruling All‑Progressive Congress (APC) party.
El‑Rufai has left the APC and has become increasingly critical of Tinubu, aligning himself with opposition forces that seek to challenge the president.
The piece raises concerns about the line between legitimate prosecution and political persecution, suggesting that the current climate may blur the distinction.
Nigeria’s political scene is marked by shifting alliances and power struggles, with former allies often becoming rivals as fortunes change.
Kolawole’s article invites reflection on how political rivalries may influence legal actions against former allies, and what that means for the future of the country’s democratic institutions.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
