El-Rufai Presidential Ambition Denial as former Kaduna governor dismisses reports linking him to 2027 presidential run
Former Kaduna State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has denied reports suggesting he is planning to contest the 2027 presidential election, distancing himself from statements attributed to a political associate.
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El-Rufai Denies Running for President in 2027, which was contained in a statement issued on his behalf by his media adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, on Tuesday, following growing speculation over his alleged political intentions.
Reports had circulated that Nasir El-Rufai was preparing a presidential bid in 2027, claims which the former governor firmly rejected, insisting that the comments were unauthorised and misrepresented.
According to the statement, El-Rufai disassociated himself from remarks attributed to an unnamed political associate and stressed that he had not delegated his political communication to any individual.
“Disclaimer. Mallam Nasir El-Rufai wishes to dissociate himself from comments regarding political aspirations which have been attributed to someone described by the media as a political associate,” the statement read.
El-Rufai Presidential Ambition Denial further clarified that the former governor remains committed to issuing his public statements directly or through authorised spokespersons, reinforcing his long-standing approach to political communication.
The statement added that El-Rufai has consistently maintained a direct and personal style of engagement in public discourse and would not allow third parties to speak on his behalf regarding sensitive political matters.
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The clarification comes amid heightened political speculation as Nigeria’s 2027 election cycle gradually begins to shape discussions within major political blocs, including the opposition ADC.
