Atiku hails ‘man of courage’ El-Rufai on birthday
By Jeffrey Agbo
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has felicitated former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on his birthday, describing him as a man of courage and uncommon intellect.
Atiku conveyed his message in a Monday post on social media, where he praised El-Rufai’s strength of character and contributions to public service.
In his tribute, the former vice president noted that despite what he termed ongoing political persecution and distractions, El-Rufai’s clarity of thought and commitment to purpose remain evident.
“Happy Birthday to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. A man of intellect, courage, and uncommon sagacity. Even amid the present political persecution and needless distractions, his record of service and clarity of thought and purpose remain undeniable. I wish him strength, peace, and Allah’s guidance in the years ahead,” Atiku wrote.
El-Rufai fell out with the leadership of the All Progressives Congress last year and has since joined the African Democratic Congress ( ADC).
